August 15, 2021

Welcome to Immanuel

The community of Immanuel strives to be a living sanctuary of hope and grace.

We are united in God’s love for us in Jesus, poured out for the world through our service to Christ. Our faith made active in love opens doors for all people

to encounter God’s love hidden in Christ, the source of our hope.

We rejoice that diversity in God’s creation enriches, nurtures and challenges our life and ministry as followers of Jesus Christ and as servants in the world.

Because we believe that God’s grace is truly amazing, we are committed to welcoming all people to this place. No matter where you come from, no matter what age, race, socio-economic, family, or immigration status, no matter your

gender identity or sexual orientation, you are welcome here.

Grace is for everyone or it isn’t grace. It’s that simple, it’s that amazing

This worship folder and the red hymnal in the pews will guide you through our liturgy. All who desire communion are welcome to receive. Instructions are in the worship folder. If you are not baptized and are interested in knowing more about life in Christian community, please contact the pastor at pastormonte@immanuelchicago.org.

New here? We’re glad you’re with us!

Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church 1500 W. Elmdale Ave. Chicago, IL 60660

Web: immanuellutheranchicago.org Email: churchonelmdale@gmail.com

Phone: 773.743.1820

A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Follow us on Facebook at: Immanuel Lutheran Chicago

Immanuel Staff Rev. Montgomery Johnson, Pastor 773.758.2936 Rev. Emily Heitzman, Pastor Youth/Household Ministry pastoremilyh@gmail.com Julia Steiner, Parish Administrator 773.743.1820 (office) Marcia Smith, Parish Nurse 773.743.1831 Brad Whaley, Cantor cantor@immanuelchicago.org Charles Carper, Congregation President chascarper@gmail.com

Serving Today Preaching & Presiding Minister Pastor Monte Johnson Assisting Minister & Reader Connie Brink Reader Donna Bartz Musicians Bill Beermann, leader Naomi Culp and Mina Zikri, violin

In Our Prayers To add a prayer request, please contact the church office. Names will be kept on the list for four weeks unless noted otherwise. Names are not published without permission. Gloria Evenson—Member. Thanks for new temp work. Gary and Barbara Ross- Members. Grieving the loss of Gary’s mother. Carolyn Wendt- Friend of Barta Wilson, recently diagnosed with cancer. Heidi Hagstrom- Friend of Immanuel. For healing. Kathy- Friend of Barta Wilson, recovering from brain surgery.

For those serving in the military For leaders in our government For the care and protection of the “Dreamers” For children and families of tutoring and play group ministries For farmers and others losing livelihood through change

THANKSGIVINGS For those recovering from surgery For the understanding of and care for our environment

This Week at Immanuel

SUNDAY, August 15th 10:10 AM Silent Prayer-In Your Home 10:30 AM Worship 11:30 AM Coffee Hour Via Zoom MONDAY, August 16th TUESDAY, August 17th 12:30 PM Immanuel Seniors 7:00 PM Congregation Council Meeting WEDNESDAY, August 18th 4:00 PM E.C.T. Youth 5:30 PM Musical Fellowship with Cantor Brad at Grant Park THURSDAY, August 19th 9:00 AM Staff Meeting FRIDAY, August 20th SATURDAY, August 21st 10:00 AM AA SUNDAY, August 22nd 10:10 AM Silent Prayer-In Your Home 10:30 AM Worship 11:30 AM Coffee hour Via Zoom

SEE OUR INTERACTIVE CALENDAR @ IMMANUELCHICAGO.ORG

For members of the Immanuel community, offering is part of our expression of gratitude to God. If you are visiting with us, your presence here is already a great gift. If God is moving you to give, use the pew envelope or visit our website. (QR code on back cover).

To find out more about all the wonderful Children, Youth & Family Activities, use your smart phone to scan this QR symbol.

Catch-up on the wide variety of activities and service opportunities available at Immanuel. Use your smart phone to scan this QR symbol. We are glad you’re here!

Immanuel Seniors Weekly Gatherings The senior group at Immanuel welcomes all adults interested in participating. We continue to meet on Zoom every Tuesday. At 12:00 pm: Seated exercise led by exercise physiologist, Bonne Podgee. At 12:30 pm: Fellowship and conversation.

Join the Zoom Meeting online at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/99197564712 Or by phone dialing: 1 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 991 9756 4712

Immanuel Directory Check our E-News for the Immanuel directory! If you need a copy emailed to you, contact Julia at churchonelmdale@gmail.com. Outdoor Worship! Sundays at 10:30am. We'll be on the sunny side of the courtyard. Remember to wear sunscreen and a hat. Be comfortable. Short pants and short sleeves are fine! Inviting All Immanuel Members & Friends to the Grant Park Music Festival! Join Cantor Brad Whaley and Rachel Whaley at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park on Wednesday, August 18 for an evening of choral music featuring Schubert’s Mass in G and Benjamin Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb. The performance

begins at 6:30 pm. Brad and Rachel will plan to be there by 5:30 pm. Folks are invited to bring a favorite beverage, a picnic, and either a lawn chair or blanket for the grass. Free seating is also available in the pavilion itself. If you plan to join the group, please contact Cantor Brad at cantor@immanuelchicago.org, or by calling the church office at (773) 743-1820. We look forward to experiencing this wonderful music together! Blessing of Backpacks and Congregational Picnic As another school year begins, it’s time once again to bless backpacks! On Sunday, August 29th, we will pray for students and teachers as they do the important work of teaching and learning. May God bless them with eagerness to learn, respect for each other, and love for this world. Bring your backpack to worship for a blessing and a special reminder of God’s love to take with you as you travel to and from school.We are also collecting school supplies and monetary donations to support clients of Care for Real. If you are able to contribute, please bring those to worship on that date as well. A congregational picnic will also follow the service in the courtyard on Sunday, August 29. Hamburgers, veggie burgers, and hot dogs will be provided, and we ask you to bring a side or dessert to share in true church potluck style! You are also welcome to bring any additional lawn chairs or blankets. *Please note that the picnic will be subject to cancellation in the case of inclement weather.*

2022 ELCA Youth Gathering (Minneapolis) Next July (2022), the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church of America) will be hosting its ELCA Youth Gathering, which takes place once every three years. (This event was supposed to take place this year but was pushed back to 2022). The Edgewater Congregations Together Youth Group High Schoolers (youth who are in 8th grade-12th grade during the 2021-2022 school year) will be attending (pending the Covid-19 situation), and we need to start planning now!

Registration Deadline: is Wed., September 8.

Pastor Emily will be hosting an informational meeting about the ELCA Youth Gathering on zoom Monday, August 30 from 6-7:30pm. It will be recorded and sent to those who cannot attend but would like the information.

Let Pastor Emily know if you would like to sign up for the ELCA Youth Gathering and/or attend the zoom informational meeting at pastoremilyh@gmail.com.