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The Emmanuel Weekly

August 12, 2017
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The Emmanuel Epistle

August 2017
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Emmanuel's 1st Baptism

James Matthew Wagner, infant son of Matt and Megan Wagner and little brother of big sister Anna, entered the Body of Christ through the washing of regeneration and renewal on Saturday, October 12, 2013.

LBW #194
"All who believe and are baptized shall see the Lord's salvation; baptized into the death of Christ, they are a new creation. Through Christ's redemption they shall stand, among the glorious heavenly band of every tribe and nation!"

Bible Reading Class

Four Week Bible Reading Class for grades 3-5 was held on Wednesdays in October, 2013. Materials & a simple meal were provided each week. Youth participated in family devotions during the month of November, reading 20 Devotions from the Gospel of Mark and practicing Bible Reading in the home. Youth read Scripture at worship on Oct. 26 and also provide a gift of music. They received their "sword of the Spirit" (Bible) on Oct. 26, 2013--see picture.

Saturday School 2016-2017: 
Weekly, we come together in celebration of Christian Education for all ages. Julie Steffenson is once again coordinating Saturday School for our young people each week in the Oasis Fellowship Hall from 5:10-5:50pm. Weekly lessons coincide with the Scripture Lessons being used in weekly worship.This year’s adult offering of classes is called G.I.F.T. - Growing In Faith Together! Each Saturday, we will be providing 30 minutes (5:10-5:45pm) for adults to engage in a faith conversation with each other, which hopefully will extend into the homes, families sharing faith talk with each other. Saturday School and G.I.F.T. ended on May 20 with Root Beer Floats. Both resume in the Fall on Saturday, September 9. 

Women's Bible Studies:

Women of Emmanuel and their friends enjoy two offerings of engagement in God's Word. The Afternoon Bible Study Group concluded its study on "The Luther Household: on June 8. The Evening Bible Study Group (Lady Light) concluded its study on Revelation on Thursday, June 8. Thank you Katie for hosting this study! Both groups will resume in the fall.

Men's Bible Study

The Men of Emmanuel have completed their study of the last book of the Bible, The Revelation of Jesus Christ, and are now embarking on a narrative reading of the entire Bible. The NIV Once a-day Bible will be our resource throughout 2017. Some of the participants will choose to read the entire Bible in 2017. Others will be blessed with weekly nuggets and conversation. We meet on Tuesdays at 8am at Oasis Church. Participants are invited to take turns providing treats. Invite a friend. Be evangelical!
Thus far we have enjoyed fruitful conversations from the Books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, I & II Samuel, I & II Kings, and I & II Chronicles; also the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and the Book of Acts. Current readings include II Chronicles & the Book of Romans. The Men's Bible Study was launched on Sept. 10, 2013.

Council Highlights - from July 6, 2017  
Eight Emmanuel households are participating in electronic giving ($2,415 monthly). Copier costs have increased at Oasis Church - increased to $.03 for B&W copies and $.14 per colored copy. The Waters is visiting with Emmanuel about hosting monthly services in their Memory Care Unit. Pastor’s office space has been eliminated by Oasis. All of our church items are now being stored in the back closet. Outside Lighting has been approved by Oasis and will be installed by Emmanuel. Members of Emmanuel will be given a chance to help pay for this expense. Nominating Committee will meet on August 14 at 1pm. The Oasis Organ has been tuned (payment by Dr. Peter Dyck) and will be used when Pastor Schilbe plays in worship (beginning July 29). Julie Steffenson is putting Emmanuel on FACEBOOK. Servant opportunities are coming our way: Byron Parade, Laundry Day, & National Night Out. Members are encouraged to attend our Church Picnic (Aug. 6) and our Music Celebration Worship (Aug. 26). Next Council Meeting is Aug. 17 at 10am.

MEMBERSHIP: DISCIPLESHIP at EMMANUEL - 2016

“Now you are the Body of Christ and individually members of it”—I Cor. 12:27. Baptized members are servants of Emmanuel, living out their God-given faith in congregational life; committed to the walk of discipleship, growing up into the full maturity of Christ. Each December, Christians desiring membership at Emmanuel Lutheran of Rochester for the upcoming year are invited to sign up (be enrolled for the calendar year) on our Servant Roster. To be a member is to be a disciple of Jesus Christ, baptized and committed to the Marks of Discipleship. If you desire to “praise, proclaim, and practice Emmanuel—God With Us—in daily life,” then complete the 2016 Emmanuel Membership Covenant and walk with us to the glory of God! Members are eligible to hold office and vote.  37 signed covenants were signed in 2014. 54 discipleship covenants were signed for 2015. 58 Covenants were signed for 2016. 43 Covenants have been signed already for 2017.
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Emmanuel's Annual Meetings

Emmanuel's first Annual Meeting was held on January 25, 2014. 25+ people were in attendance. An excellent Chili Supper was enjoyed by all. Council Members elected for 2014 were Kari Richards, Arne Nelson, Lee Pearce, & Kalo Lockerby. A 2014 Mission Plan Budget of $88,560.00 was approved along with Goals and Mile Markers for 2014. Other action items included: approval of Emmanuel’s Logo, Brochure, Mission Statement, and Child Protection Policy.

Emmanuel's second Annual Meeting was held on January 24, 2015. Highlights available upon request. Emmanuel's third Annual Meeting was held on Sunday, January 31, 2016. Highlights available!
Emmanuel's fourth Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at 4pm followed by a potluck meal. Child care will be provided!

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