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In This Issue: 2 From Our Associate Pastor & Our Music Director 3 September Birthdays & Anniversaries 4 Bible Studies & Sunday School 5 Finances, Official Acts & Attendance 6 September 2019 Worship Helpers’ Schedule 7 September 2019 Calendar 8 Youth Group News! 9 Rally Day! Preschool News 10 Funke News 11 Wurstmarkt & Country Store
September
2019 Immanuel Monthly
Making more and stronger disciples of Jesus Christ through
the power of the Holy Spirit.
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRESCHOOL 522 S. CHURCH STREET — WATERLOO, IL — 618.939.6480
immanuelwaterloo@gmail .com — immanuelwaterloo.org
From Our Administrative Pastor…
Wow! It’s hard to believe it’s that time already. Pastor Troup spends some time in his article talking about the switch, but I at least wanted to make reference to it here. Despite the shift taking place Sept 1, the truth of God’s Word and the mission of Immanuel remain the same! No matter what you face, you’re in Christ and so you’re not alone. Christ calls you out of isolation with yourself and calls you into the community of faith in Himself. Since that’s true, we should know how to build up this community of faith in order to encourage and strengthen one another.
Our congregational mission statement is, “To make more and stronger disciples of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Why is that our mission statement? Because it’s the one Jesus gave to us (Matthew 28:19-20). We’re the hands, feet, and mouth of God to the world around us. We demonstrate His love and we proclaim the forgiveness of Jesus Christ by grace through faith. To do that, we grow in our understanding of what we believe, teach, and confess as Christians. We get into the Word daily.
We all carve out time for the things that are most important to us. So let’s do that with our Bible and prayer life as well. Perhaps you have a devotional life already. That’s great! But if it’s something you’ve always had a tough time getting into, this is a great time to start.
Aug/Sept is our third “new year” each year (if we start counting at Advent). We have Advent which is the church’s New Year, and then Jan which marks the New Year on the calendar, and then we have Aug/Sept which is New Year for school (I know school starts in mid-August...but you’re reading this in September, so…). Since that’s the case, let’s get into the Word as a congregation. Let’s dig into the riches of the Gospel and come together as a community of believers around the Word of God which is living and active (Heb 4:12). When we know what we believe we are more comfortable talking about and
proclaiming the message of Jesus.
God’s Word shows our need for a savior. God’s Word shows us our savior. God’s Word calls us to turn from our sins and turn to Jesus in repentance and faith. God’s Word is the thing that’s always doing the work of saving, so we study it and delight in the Word like honey (Psalm 16, 19, 119...just to name a few).
This community grows by proclaiming Jesus. This community finds its unity in the Word of God...in Jesus. And we’re made a part of this community by the Holy Spirit who “calls, gathers, enlightens, and sets apart” the whole Christian church. When Christ is at the center we grow together. In an age of loneliness and isolation, this is where we find community and peace.
There are various ways to get into God’s Word. For example, you can come to church and Bible studies. If you have to miss one day you can always find services on the church website. Also, I’ve been streaming our Wed Morning Bible study on Facebook lately, so if you can’t come to church on Wednesdays at 9:30 am, be sure to check in there. If you’re not on Facebook, but want access to those videos I’m working on getting the content available on the church website.
You can also find Portals of Prayer in the narthex or family devotions at the website whatdoesthismean.org. You can even find reading plans and short orders of service in your hymnal to provide some structure to your life of prayer.
However, you do it, get into the Word. Study about Jesus and how we live in light of the fact he has saved you. Jesus died, but He is risen again and lives and reigns to all eternity as your Lord and Savior.
If you have questions of any sort, feel free to let me know.
Blessings on your day!
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Dear Brothers and Sisters of Immanuel, Well, it’s official! As of September 1, Pastor Demski is now Immanuel’s Administrative Pastor and I am Immanuel’s Associate Pastor. The decision for us to switch positions was made at the May Congregational Meeting and took effect on September 1 (my 62nd birthday). Although the switch may not be terribly noticeable at first glance, you will notice some tangible changes. Pastor Demski and I have switched offices in the church building (I’m sure Pastor Demski will forgive me if I accidently walk into his office. His office was my office for 23 years and it’s hard to break old habits). The masthead of the service folder, stationary and newsletter will be different. Pastor Demski’s newsletter article will be the first one in the newsletter. Right on page 1! The switch will also involve these changes: The preaching, teaching and calling duties of both
pastors will remain the same. The pastors share these responsibilities 50/50. However, Pastor Demski will be in charge of creating and coordinating the preaching schedule.
As Administrative Pastor, Pastor Demski will be in charge of coordinating the work of Immanuel’s staff and determining if junior catechumens are ready for confirmation.
While both pastors share the responsibility for maintaining the spiritual health and vitality of Immanuel, Pastor Demski will be primarily responsible for Immanuel’s well-being.
Both pastors will have voting privileges at Council Meetings and at district conventions, but cannot vote at the same time. Only one can vote. The pastors will determine which one will vote. Of course, as members of the congregation, both pastors can vote at the same time at Congregational Meetings.
Pastor Demski will work closely with the Board of Spiritual Ministry, the Board of Youth, the Board of Christian Education, the Board of Stewardship, and the Church Council. Pastor Troup will work closely with the Board of Social Ministry, the Board of Church Properties, the Board of Evangelism, the Board of Stewardship, the Church Council, and, to a lesser degree, the Board of Spiritual Ministry.
As you can see, some of the changes are clearly significant, but won’t alter the flow or vitality of our lives together under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Personally, giving up the reins of leadership is going to be a challenge. But I also believe that, with the aid and guidance of the Holy Spirit, these changes will edify and energize us. To God be the glory! Love in Christ,
From Our Associate Pastor…
A Note from Our Music Director...
September 4th marks the Start-up Date for... Immanubells, Adult Choir and Agape Ringers to begin practices for the 2019-20 Music Season. In my June news article, I suggested "thinking about" joining Immanuel's Music Ministry groups. If you are considering, and if you have any questions.... please feel free to contact me for Choirs and Agape Ringers (see contact info below) or Elden and Taryn Niemeyer for Immanubells (618.939.7982). And, if you have not checked out Immanuel's Music Ministry on the website, please take time to do so. There is quite a bit of information to be found about the various groups. Once you are on Immanuel's site, click on “Life at Immanuel” then click on “Serving” and finally “Music.” Music played and sung during our worship services is presented to give God all glory and praise! Serving Him,
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September Birthdays & Anniversaries
Parish Leaders
Pastors: Rev. Merritt Demski, 847-254-9666 Administrative Rev. Dr. Tony Troup, 618-340-8375 Associate
Church & School Staff: Lisa Clamors, 618-719-4954 Office Secretary Ann Frank, 282-6597 Music Director Sandy Mueller Housekeeping Ken Schanz Groundskeeper/Maintenance Linda Polansky, 618-980-3475 Preschool Director Deborah Joellenbeck Preschool Aide
Church Council: Wayne Collmeyer, 618-719-7235 President Jim Crawford, 618-799-8789 Vice-President Cathie Collmeyer, 314-749-3772 Secretary David Powell, 618-974-9222 Treasurer Shirley Elmore, 939-3216 Financial Secretary Taryn Niemeyer, 939-7982 Christian Education Allen Jacobs, 939-3035 Church Properties Colby Crook, 618-910-2825 Evangelism/Fellowship Sandy Mueller, 618-420-1373 Social Ministry Jim Crawford, 618-799-8789 Spiritual Ministry Pat Kelly, 636-373-2967 Stewardship Cathy Whelan, 618-612-3150 Youth Ministry
Other Volunteers: Lisa Clamors Sunday School Superintendent Marilyn Collette Head Sacristan Shirley Elmore Sacristans Diana Heins Deborah Joellenbeck Valerie Zeisset Sandy Thompson Flower Coordinator
Field Education Students: Travis Henry, 2nd year 716-223-0496 Hayden Brown, 1st year 309-231-2183
Have you ever thought about joining one of
Immanuel's Boards or committees? If so, please contact the appropriate person listed above.
Happy Birthday to… 1 Ross Stumpf Joshua Troup Pastor Troup 3 Jane Gaitsch Madalyn Prather 4 Millie Menke 5 Tripp Gardner Vi Scheibe 6 Susan Leonard Ryan Williams 7 Brian Kettler Tracy Simms Avery Troup 8 Stacy Hemmer Braxton Herschbach Shawn Wilde 9 Kristina Crook Courtney Heimburger Daniel Menke Aaron Shive Danny Weihl 10 Jordyn Koch Audra Scheibe 11 Julie Downs Kevin Whelan 12 Kim Arbeiter Brian Downing David Jarvis David Renner 13 Evelyn Weihl 14 Carson Crook Steven Menke Nancy Schanz 15 Courtney Harbison Tyler Major Jennifer Patterson Katelyn Prigge 16 Debbie Arras Angie Filipiak Waylenn Kruse Chase Rubemeyer Ely Rusteberg 17 Lauren Patterson 18 Lois Heise Larry Taake 19 Corey Rahn John Stratman Alan Stumpf 20 Kyra Drewes Josh Polansky 21 Dawn Clamors Brian Hart Marsha Voges Tami Wilson 22 Eric Brandt Angie Broske
22 Dawn Garner Leah Maag 23 Ayda Eggemeyer Patsy Hicks Jerry Moeser 24 Zane Englert Tracy Koch 25 Laurie Sparwasser Anne Stumpf Ashlyn Whelan 26 Crystal Becker Kylee LaRue Michelle Magnuson Katlyn Menke Cathy Whelan 27 Neal O’Brien 28 Lisa Clamors Rob LaRue Christine Thompson 29 Jacob Dethrow John Doty 30 Kyle Rusteberg Happy Anniversary to… 3 Adam & Nicole Perjak (9) 6 Ben & Stephanie Blakeslee (5) 7 Paul & Angie Broske (34) Larry & Lynn Taake (18) 8 Curt & Linda Wittbracht (47) 9 Jim & Dinah Pflasterer (52) 11 Randy & Robin Wetzler (37) 13 Ed & Susan Stanglein (44) 14 Cliff & Kay Bense (29) Stan & Christine Mitchell (29) 16 Claude & Barb Heimburger (24) Rob & Angela LaRue (17) 18 Larry & Janet Goessling (20) 20 Perry & Joan Koch (22) 23 Dan & Jody Worley (19) 26 Rich & Judy Hitzemann (60) Charles & Phyllis Lloyd (55) 27 Wayne & Vicky Englert (33) 28 Wayne & Susan Hargrave (34) Tim & Angie Williams (23) 29 Robert & Linda Allscheid (40) 30 Robert & Vicki Clark (41) John & Jennifer Patterson (19)
Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to all
celebrating in September!
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Elders‘ Shepherding Program
(Families whose last name begins with)
A-B Rodney Clamors, 618-719-4023 C-D Alan Stumpf, 618-719-9033 E-Ha Scott Janssen, 214-629-6975 He-Hu Bob Polansky, 618-979-0918 J-K Jason Valerius, 458-4890 L-Mel Kevin Wheat, 939-5705 Men-My Cal Neeman, 939-5137 N-P Elden Niemeyer, 939-7982 R-Sche Larry Taake, 939-4757 Schi-Sw Greg Wiegand, 618-410-1500 T-Wel Kevin Whelan, 939-1985 Wem-Z Larry Goessling, 618-322-6555 Elders & Pastors: Jim Crawford, 618-799-8789
Have a question or would like to speak to your elder, feel free to call him anytime.
Board of Social Ministry: September & October: Immanuel Preschool
See the donation boards in the narthex. There are a variety of items needed, so take a pick and drop off your donations in the wooden box.
Bi-County Backpack Program: This is an ongoing collection that supports children in Red Bud, Valmeyer, and Waterloo throughout the year. See the weekly bulletins for a list of items needed, and place those donations in the collection box in the narthex. Thank you!
Sunday School: September: Global Lutheran Outreach (Eric & Linda Funke)
Each month, the Sunday School classes take a monetary offering for a specific charity. Thank you to all of the Pre-K through 8th grade students that contribute to these collections each month!
Monthly Collections
For Men: Tuesdays at 6:30 am at Burger King. The group is studying a video series on Islam and is led by Pastor
Troup. For Women: Faith Mueller & Janet Crawford are leading a Life Light study on The Christian’s Mission. Thursdays at 7:00
pm in the overflow room. For All Adults: Sundays at 9:00 am in the overflow room. A study called “We the People: Citizens of Two Kingdoms,” led by
Pastor Troup. Sundays at 9:00 am in the church basement kitchen. Led by Scott & Jen Janssen and Tim Scheibe, this
class has a faith development and parenting focus. Feel free to bring your little ones, too! Wednesdays at 9:30 am in the overflow room. A study of the Augsburg Confession led by Pastor Demski. For Pre-K—College: Preschool—2nd grade: Sundays at 9:00 am in the education
building. Led by Pam Nagel, Sandy Mueller, Deborah Joellenbeck, and Lisa Clamors.
3rd—6th grades: Sundays at 9:00 am in the church basement. Led by Millie Menke & Gayle Mesnarich.
7th & 8th grades: Sundays at 9:00 am in the multipurpose room. “Our Disciples, They Wrote Us a Letter” led by Alan Stumpf and Travis Henry. Parents are welcome to attend, too.
High school and College-age: Sundays at 9:00 am in the youth room. The Bible: Where Do We Begin? led by Pastor Demski.
Bible Studies & Sunday School Classes!
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Baptisms:
Brooklyn Anne Lay, daughter of Tony Lay & Cara Kruse Evelyn Kay Ramsey, daughter of Mike & Ashley (Hargrave) Ramsey
Transfer In:
Babe Matzenbacher from Holy Cross, Wartburg
Received by Profession of Faith:
Kenny Barton
June & July 2019 Official Acts
In Our Prayers... Please note: The names listed below will remain on our public prayer list for two weeks unless the church office is notified otherwise. Thank you.
We Pray for our Fellow Parishioners: Millie Menke, Erwin Liefer , Sandy Moore, Perry Koch, Ruby Muench, Lana Mueller, Marie Dietzel, Roger Schanz, Caroline Stratman, Angela LaRue, Wendy Maag, Sarah Sappenfield & baby boy We Pray for Friends and Relatives of Parishioners: Michael Washausen, Nina Van Kamp, Ken Horn, Nicole Bachelier, Gordon Curd, Steven Muench, Don Kersten, Sarah Castelli, Tom Tierman, Glenda Manion, Julie Ratz, Mike Bender, Jeremy Imm We Pray for Those in the Service of Our Nation: Alicia Kirkley, Dustin Bender, Aaron Bommarito, Alex Naumann, Paul Doty We Pray for Our Missionaries and Special Missions: Immanuel’s Preschool; Eric, Linda, Michael & Julia Funke (Tanzania); Unity Lutheran Elementary School (East St. Louis, IL); Immanuel’s Mission Team
September 2019 Altar Flowers
9/7—9/8 open 9/14—9/15 open 9/21—9/22 open 9/28—9/29 Given by Al & Vi Scheibe in honor of their 65th wedding anniversary
The 2019 Flower Chart is posted on the bulletin board in the narthex. Sign up for the weekend you would like! As your weekend approaches, Sandy Thompson, our flower coordinator, will contact you to give you more details.
Total Deposits $ 31,421.47 Total Expenses $ 35,949.22 Over/(Short) $ (4,527.75)
June 30, 2019 Balances: Checking $ 14,743.56 Scholarship Fund $ 9,763.88 Nobbe Mem. Fund $ 2,319.56 Narthex Furniture Fund $ 483.27 Tuckpointing Fund $ 15,993.00 Loan $362,722.69
2019 Year to Date: Deposits $220,771.72 Expenses $234,095.14 Over/(Short) $ (13,323.42) Unpaid Obligations $ 0.00
June Finances
June & July 2019 Church Attendance
June 2019 (4) 938 June 2018 (3) 593 June 1989 (4) 1136
July 2019 (3) 784 July 2018 (5) 1057 July 1989 (5) 1385
2019 Weekly Average (as of
7/31): 225 As of 7/31/19, there were 922
baptized members.
Total Deposits $ 40,169.16 Total Expenses $ 37,238.01 Over/(Short) $ 2,931.15
July 31, 2019 Balances: Checking $ 17,659.71 Scholarship Fund $ 9,763.88 Nobbe Mem. Fund $ 2,319.56 Narthex Furniture Fund $ 483.27 Tuckpointing Fund $ 17,248.00 Loan $361,490.69
2019 Year to Date: Deposits $260,940.88 Expenses $271,333.15 Over/(Short) $ (10,392.27) Unpaid Obligations $ 0.00
July Finances
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September 2019 Worship Helpers
Saturday Accompanists:
Ron Jones—8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21
Joan Ruwald—9/28
Collator:
Sandy Thompson
THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Our 11th annual Rummage Sale has come & gone. Thank you to all who donated and/or shopped!
Thank you to the 50+ people who helped before, during & after the sale!
Those who volunteered during this event included Ny Bartels, Angie & David Broske, Rodney & Lisa Clamors, Kathy Clevenger, Cathie Collmeyer, Janet Crawford, Pastor & Veronica Demski, Ann
Frank, Barb & Courtney Heimburger, Jean, Paul & Nicholas Hoeffken, Diane Hoffmann, Jen, Addie & Ben Janssen, Deborah Joellenbeck, Marcia Jones, Faith Mueller, Sandy Mueller, Sandy (Weber) Mueller, Nice Twice Staff (Cindy, Joanna & Dylan), Taryn Niemeyer, Jim & Dinah Pflasterer, Irene
Proctor, Bob & Linda Polansky, Vivian Reiss, Gerri Ritzel, Dawn Rubemeyer, Ken & Nancy Schanz, Susan Starbuck, Alan & Norine Stumpf, Stephanie Stumpf, Reina Thompson, Kevin, Cathy, Alex,
Autumn & Ashlyn Whelan, and Val Zeisset. Your hard work was appreciated!
We were extremely blessed this year as we raised more than we ever have ($3,102.00) and it was all through freewill donations. Our Preschool and Youth Group will split the proceeds and are
extremely grateful for your support! To God be the glory!
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Want to Stay Up to Date? Go to our website (immanuelwaterloo.org) and check it out! Be sure to subscribe to the calendar, and you’ll have the most up to date info on Immanuel’s activities and events. Also, check out all of the info available right on our home page. Notice that something is missing? Let us know!
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BASIC helps the Jr High and High School members of our congregation grow together as the body of Christ. That happens primarily on Sunday mornings at the Divine Service and in Bible Study, but we also get together for fun, fellowship, and service activities throughout the
year. Remember, youth group is for youth in grades 6-12, and your friends are always welcome!
You can join the Immanuel BASIC Facebook group and email [email protected] to be added to the weekly email list for the newest updates. Thanks to all who attended our Youth Kick-off on August 25th! MONTHLY YOUTH NIGHTS! Youth nights will be held on the 3rd Sundays of each month (in general) from 6-8 pm. Loca-tions to be determined. Join us at the next Youth Night on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 6-8 pm. HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY! Remember to join us on Sundays in the youth room from 9-10 am for Bible study!
Watch the bulletins and Pastor Demski’s emails for info on our
upcoming events!
BASIC Youth Group News! Looking for a Few
Volunteers
We are looking for a few more volunteers to serve at Immanuel in
various ministries & roles.
Media Team—Ushers—Greeters—Sunday School Teachers/Helpers
If you would like to help out in any of these ways, please contact the
church office.
Do You Have an Email Address?
Did you know that you could be a good steward by receiving our
newsletter via e-mail? Call or e-mail the church office and let Lisa know to remove you from the mailing list and
add you to the e-mail list.
There is a large trash can in the
kitchen for your cans. If you have a large amount and put them in trash bags, you can put the bags over by the white shed at the corner of the
parking lot. Thank you for being good stewards and for supporting our
young people!
Coffee & Goodies Coffee & various baked goods are available in the narthex on Sunday mornings! What a fun (& yummy) way to enjoy fellowship before or after our services! Any freewill donations benefit the mission work of our Women’s Christian Ministry.
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RALLY DAY WAS AUGUST 25TH! This special day marked the beginning of our 2019-20 Sunday School year and students advanced to their next class during the Sunday School hour. During the 10:15 am service, our 2019-20 Sunday School teachers, Midweek teachers, and Bible study leaders were installed. Thank you to all who volunteer their time to teach a class or lead a Bible study!
Sunday School Teachers & Helpers:
Pam Nagel & Sandy Mueller—Preschool Deborah Joellenbeck—Kindergarten
Lisa Clamors—1st & 2nd grades Millie Menke—3rd & 4th grades
Gayle Mesnarich—5th & 6th grades Alan Stumpf—7th & 8th grades
Ann Frank & Jenna Hoeffken—Music
Midweek Teachers:
Jen Janssen—5th & 6th grades Pastor Troup—7th grade Pastor Demski—8th grade
Bible Study Leaders:
Pastor Troup—Sunday Adult Bible Study and Men’s Bible Study
Pastor Demski—High School/College Bible Study and Wed Morning Adult Bible Study Scott & Jen Janssen and Tim Scheibe—Family/Parenting Bible Study
Faith Mueller & Janet Crawford—Ladies’ Bible Study
School has begun this year with a new program. We are combining 3 to 5-year old students and allowing days to be more flexible. We have added 30 minutes of class time each day. These changes were made to encourage enrollment and to strengthen our presence in the community. Ms. Deborah and I have spent the summer researching positives of this program and ways to make it successful for both Immanuel and each of our students. Currently, we have 23 students enrolled at Immanuel Lutheran Preschool. The concrete has been poured and the fence has been completed on our playground. Unfortunately, we have had several incidents of vandalism. The Board of Education, with teacher agreement, has decided to lock the playground
and keep it for church and school use only. We will make an effort to unlock the playground on Sundays, before and after Sunday School. We are looking forward to a new an exciting school year. Keep our students and teachers in your prayers this school year.
God’s Blessings, Linda Polansky, Director
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An Update from Our Missionary Partners
Funke News: To the Glory of God Alone This month a friend asked us to put together a video devotional for the Vacation Bible School at her church. The theme for the day was “To the Glory of God Alone,” and we immediately thought of the graduation of the Right to Live With Albinism program. During the graduation some of the women danced to the song, “I Know Who I Am" by Sinach. Through this song these women— women who have been teased, ostracized, threatened and abused because of their lack of melanin—boldly declared, “Take a look at me, I’m a wonder. It doesn’t matter what you see now. Can you see His glory? For I know who I am.” God’s glory shines through these women and through so many here in our corner of Tanzania. Today, during Bible study, one section stood out to me: Ephesians 3:20-21. Only when I started writing this newsletter did I realize how well it fit with the theme and that these verses are the continuation of last month’s theme verses. It served as a beautiful reminder to me that God is “able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” To God be the glory! Praising God in Mwanza Early in July we traveled to Mwanza for Michael’s appointment with a pediatric ophthalmologist. Thankfully, Michael did really well, and the doctor was able to determine that he has allergies that have been impacting his vision. We thank God that after several weeks of eyedrops, his eyes are much improved, and there are no signs of other problems. While we were in Mwanza, we also took time to celebrate the 4th of July by eating hamburgers, pizza, and fries and taking our kids to the local waterpark. They had a blast! As we celebrated, we remembered how God has guided us on our kids’ journey to U.S. citizenship. Lord-willing, by this time next year, they will be U.S. citizens. Our School With June break over, Eric is back to teaching computer classes, typing exams, and holding science department meetings. This month Linda taught classes on Forgiveness and “4 Lies the World Tells Us” (including prosperity gospel) with the help of her co-teacher, Deaconess Esther. Linda also wrote out and translated with the help of friends her six-hour Sex and Relationships seminar. This year, Linda asked six teachers to lead all the topics so she could assist and make note of changes needed to the curriculum. The teachers did a phenomenal job! At the end of the seminar, the girls went with the female teachers to ask their questions and the boys went with male teachers. The open communication between students and teachers was wonderful and uplifting. We thank God that this yearly seminar can now continue even after we have returned to the U.S. We are also grateful for the curtains in the multipurpose hall that we were able to purchase a few months back. Those curtains allow students to see images from the projector with much greater ease. This month we also finally received over $1000 of new books for the library. Thank you to those who donated to the library while we were in the U.S. last fall! We continue to be amazed by how God is at work in this school. 5th Graduation of Right to Live With Albinism Program On July 10th, we celebrated with the 5th graduating class of the Right to Live with Albinism Program. We are so proud of the twelve women who graduated and the deaconesses who mentored and taught them. During the past four months, they learned how to make batik cloth, clothes, mats, baked goods, lotions, and soaps. They also learned how to start a business to sustain themselves and their families. A fundraiser was held during the graduation so that each woman will return to her community with her own sewing machine and start-up materials. Usually we donate money to purchase one sewing machine. However, thanks to generous donations we received during our furlough last year, this time we were able to contribute the money for three sewing machines! Thank you all! We pray that these new graduates will be able to live with security and dignity. The Next Generation of Missionaries to Tanzania Do you know any teachers (preschool, elementary, or high school), nurses, doctors, chaplains, social workers, DCEs, deaconesses, computer gurus, agricultural specialists, or childcare workers who might be interested in serving in Tanzania? If so, please download the one-page descriptions of these opportunities at www.globallutheranoutreach.com/blog/Funke or email us at [email protected]. This is just a part of the August 2019 newsletter written by Eric & Linda Funke on August 1, 2019. Would you like to be added to their email list? If so, email Eric & Linda at [email protected] and let them know.
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Wurstmarkt & Country Store Sunday, October 6, 2019 11:30 am—2:00 pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church 522 S. Church St. Waterloo, IL
Meat Sales! Fresh meat from Lehr’s Meat Market in New Athens will be
available to purchase on Saturday, Oct. 5, and
Sunday, Oct. 6, from 10:00am to 1:00pm each day.
For pre-orders, call 618-939-6480.
Dine in or carry out.
Held in our multipurpose room.
Come and enjoy pork sausage, sauerkraut,
mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans,
applesauce, bread, and pie. Proceeds from this event will be donated to Eric & Linda Funke,
our missionary partners in Tanzania.
WURSTMARKT VOLUNTEER FORM October 6, 2019
___ I will help set up dining room on Saturday 9:00 am. ___ I will help in dining room on Sunday 11:25 am -1:00 pm.
___ I will help in dining room on Sunday 1:00 pm-clean up. ___ I will help in kitchen on Sunday 9:00 am -11:00 am.
___ I will help in kitchen on Sunday 11:00 am -1:00 pm. ___ I will help in kitchen on Sunday 1:00 pm -clean up.
___ I will help with carry-outs on Sunday 10:30 am. ___ I will help fry sausage on Sunday 8:00 am -12 noon.
___ I will help fry sausage on Sunday 12 noon -cleanup. ___ I will bring two pies. (no cream or custard pies please)
___ I will bring items for Country Store/Bake Sale. ___ I will help wrap meat on Friday 2:00-7:00 pm.
___ I will help with meat sales on Saturday 10:00 am -1:00 pm. ___ I will help with meat sales on Sunday 10:00 am -1:00 pm.
Name____________________________________________________________ Phone #___________________________________
Please return by September 29, 2019.
(Please place these forms in the box provided in the narthex or bring them to the church office.)
WORSHIP SERVICES
SATURDAY 5:30 pm
SUNDAY 7:45 am & 10:15 am
Holy Communion is celebrated at every Saturday service, at the 7:45 am service on the 2nd and 4th
Sundays of each month, and at the 10:15 am service on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of each month.
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Pastor Demski’s day off is Thursday.
Pastor Troup’s day off is Monday.
Immanuel Lutheran Church 522 S. Church Street Waterloo, IL 62298
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