This Week at Immanuel

Wednesday, 3 p.m. – 7th Grade Confirmation Class
Thursday, 7:15 p.m. – Senior Choir practice

Next Sunday, May 11:

8:45 a.m. Sunday School, High School Study, and Adult Study
10 a.m. Worship – Pentecost Service with Communion,
Baptism, and Mother’s Day
Scrip Orders Taken

Coming Up:

Monday, May 12, 7 p.m. – Consistory meeting
Sunday, May 18 – “Teacher Appreciation Sunday”
“JOY” and “Sunbeams” singing

Bowling Blast starts at 1 p.m.

5-7 p.m. – IYF meeting at parsonage

Announcements

7th Grade Confirmation

Reminder:  The last confirmation class for the 7th graders has been changed to Wednesday, May 7.  They will meet at 3 p.m. to go visit some of our nursing home residents.

Needed: Charcoal Grill

Do you have a used charcoal grill (or a new one would be okay, too!) for the parsonage?  Sometimes there are donations “waiting” for a home!  We would like to have one to use for some of our youth meetings or other gatherings here at the parsonage.  Thanks!

IYF Meeting

On Sunday, May 18, the IYF will meet from 5-7 p.m.  Please join us for our last meeting before our summer volleyball gets underway.  We’ll have our meeting on the deck with food and outdoor games!  Mr. Brigham will surprise us with his favorite backyard baseball game!  Also, we’ll talk more about our trip to Minneapolis for the Urban Immersion experience in July.  Youth, it is not to late to let us know if you want to join us on the trip, July 23-26.

Women's Evening Fellowship

The Women’s Evening Fellowship will be meeting on Monday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m., at the parsonage.  All women are invited!  We’ll be out on the deck if the weather is good, light a bonfire, and enjoy the evening.  Rev. Michele is leading the program and asks that everyone bring their favorite cup (whatever the condition).  The program will be centered on “the cup of life” and how we grow spiritually.  Refreshments will be provided.

Graduate Names

Calling for the names of ALL graduates!!!  If you know of a graduate (high school, college, or other) we can recognize on June 15 in worship, please email Kim Hartlaub (immanuel@excel.net) at the church office or Rev. Michele (revmichelerb@tds.net).  We don’t want to miss anyone and it helps to have your reminders!  Thank you.

Church Champ

Have you ever considered church camp?  Ask anyone who has gone and they will happily tell you about their experiences.  Pilgrim Center and Moon Beach offer opportunities for everyone!  Camp booklets are available on the back table.  Scholarship forms are also available.  The deadline is May 11.

Conference Annual Meeting

Two delegates are still needed for the 46th Annual Meeting of the Wisconsin Conference that will be held at the Green Lake Conference Center.  The conference will take place the weekend of June 6-8.  If you would like to be a delegate, please contact Wayne Dreier.   The cost of attending the meeting will be covered by Immanuel.  Please consider going to this important meeting.

Summer Worship

Summer worship plans are being made for the times when Rev. Michele is away from us.  On June 29, the Worship Planning Team will be leading our worship time and Pam Hodgson will be our preacher for that Sunday.  Sunday, July 6, will be a “Hymn Sing”.  If you have a favorite patriotic hymn that you would like to sing that day, please give your suggestion to a member of the Worship Planning Team.  Members of the Worship Planning Team are:  Gail Gottsacker, Donna Schwinn, Pam Hodgson, Mark Dreier, Nancy Dreier, Rodney Thieleke, and Kathy Walber.

Adult Study

The 8:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Adult Study with Rev. Michele continues, with the study of the book, The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

Global Ministries Child Sponsorship

Come, you who are blessed…share comfort and show compassion in life as Christ did around the world.  The Global Ministries Child Sponsorship Program is the place to get connected!  This global children’s ministry works closely with private centers that have long-established links with a UCC or Disciples global partner.  Through partners, we work in collaboration with our agencies to provide food, basic health care, clothing and in some cases housing, school fees, uniforms, books and training, and livelihood opportunities to many poor and destitute children in Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Europe.  Immanuel church sponsors Lakshmi and Pavithra.  We appreciate your contributions to help us be connected to the sponsorship of these children.  Every time you have a special remembrance or celebration in your family (especially birthdays or anniversaries), please add your change to the container at the rear of the sanctuary.  If you want to make a larger donation with a check, please speak to David Breisch, Treasurer. 

     Thank You…Christian Education Committee

Photos

Look at the photo galleries from VBS and Sunday School.

Recent Sermons by Rev. Michele Rogers-Brigham

Recent sermons are online for your study and review.

Area Events

Hospice Volunteers

If you are interested in becoming a St. Nicholas Hospital Home Health & Hospice volunteer, please plan to attend the spring 2008 classes on May 1, 6, 8, 13, and 15 from 1-5 p.m.  This special training requires volunteers to attend all sessions.  If you need more information or would like to register for this training, please call Sara at 457-5770.

Gymnastics Volunteers

Community Service Opportunity – The Sheboygan “Y” is looking for volunteers to help with the 2008 YMCA National Gymnastics Championship that will take place in Sheboygan, June 23-30.  Time slots that are available range from 2 hours to being able to work for the entire event.  For more information call Jill Tenpas at 920-451-8000, ext. 122 or email: ygymprog@sheboygancountyymca.org.  You can also pick up a copy of the application form from the back table in church.

National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day

National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day is Wednesday, May 7.  Individuals participating in the screen will complete a written assessment, meet with a professional, and learn about area resources.  Half-hour screening appointments can be made at the following locations and times.

• Plymouth Medical Plaza, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• UW Sheboygan, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Matthews Oncology, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Church Finances Seminar

Ebenezer UCC in Chilton will be holding a one-day seminar entitled “Making Friends of Church Numbers” on Saturday, May 10, from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  This seminar is for pastors, lay leaders, and church members who want to better understand and manage church finances.  To register for this seminar, call Ebenezer UCC at 920-849-4331 or email webenezer@verizon.net.  More information can be found on the table in back of church.

Brat Fry

St. James UCC Ladies Aid Annual Brat Fry will be held on Wednesday, May 14, from 4-8 p.m.  Brats, Burgers, Chicken Breasts, and Dessert will be available.  (Carryouts will also be available.)

Mental Health Film Event

Mental Health America in Sheboygan County extends an invitation for you to attend their 45th anniversary event at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center on May 15 at 7 p.m. with the showing of Canvas, an award winning, full-length film based on a true story about a family coping with mental illness.  Canvas stars Marcia Gay Harden and Joe Pantoliano (The Sopranos).  Tickets are $20 each or two for $30.  See www.canvasthefilm.com or call MHA at 457-3951 for details.

Youth Grief Support Group

Climbing the Mountain of Grief:  Youth Grief Support Group – is a support group for young people who have experienced the loss of a loved one.  Participation is free and a pizza lunch will be provided.  It will take place in the Christopher Room at St. Nicholas Hospital on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Book Discussion

Dan Huber, Ph.D., of Lighthouse Therapy Services, will lead the discussion of the book The Five Things We Cannot Change and the Happiness We Find by Embracing Them by David Richo, Ph.D.  The discussion will take place on May 20, from noon – 1:30 p.m. at the United Way Building in Sheboygan.  Call 458-3951 to reserve your spot

Lay Academy

The Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ is pleased to host a Lay Academy Program, offering five different courses of study to pastors and lay people who seek to:

• Deepen faith
• Strengthen Christ’s church
• And grow in spiritual maturity

A pamphlet with more information about the Lay Academy is located on the table in back of church.  Feel free to look at the brochure, making sure to return it after you are finished with it.  If you are interested in attending the Lay Academy, fill out a copy of the application form that is in the brochure.  The registration deadline for programs that start in September is June 30.