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Rev. Abby Kammann Abby@immanuelumc.church

Church Office: 763.420.2585 office@immanuelumc.church

W E A R E A C H U R C H “ R O O T E D I N A R I C H H I S T O R Y O F S E R V I N G G O D

I N O U R C H A N G I N G C O M M U N I T Y . ”

5 Hauna JLynn Larson

5 Gama Xitumul

6 Chad Weeks

7 Judy Hawkins

11 Dennis Covington

13 Dave Martin

18 Vicki Johnson

19 Dale Maue

26 Carol Todd

27 Deserea Rickson

28 Tonya Schulte

29 Harold Hawkins

3 Steve & Marilyn Rickson

Don’t forget to “fall back” and

join us for worship after an extra hour of sleep!

“Enough—Discovering Joy Through

Simplicity and Generosity”

By Adam Hamilton

STEWARDSHIP SCHEDULE

October 27 “Abundant Life”

November 3 “A Higher Purpose”

November 10 “Finding Contentment”

November 17 “Created to be Generous”

November 24 Commitment Sunday

“Giving Thanks” and Potluck Lunch

Enough is an invitation to rediscover the Bible’s wisdom when it comes to prudent financial practices. Money has great power in our lives. Used wisely, it is one key to accomplishing our goals, provid-ing for our needs and fulfilling our life purpose. This book could change your life, by changing your relationship with money.

PRAYER CHALLENGE

CONTINUES!

Our 40 day challenge is over, but don’t let that end our challenge to be in prayer daily. Continue to pray at 7:14am/pm and join in prayer. As we discover joy through simplicity and generosity, please join us in praying this prayer of contentment each day.

“Lord, help me be

grateful for what I

have, remember that I

don’t need most of what

I want, and that joy is

found in simplicity and

generosity.

Message from Pastor Abby

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

One of Jesus’ great teaching parables involves a sower who cast seed along the ground. The sower hoped the seeds would sprout, grow, and bear good fruit. Some seeds did just that, producing a great harvest. But others, Jesus said, fell among thorns and, though they began to grow, these good plants were quickly choked out. Jesus said the thorns were “the cares of the world and the lure of wealth” (Matthew 13:22).

In a culture where having “enough” seems to have become a never-ending pursuit, Jesus’ parable remains incredibly relevant. Many of us are chasing the American dream in ways that lead to stress, anxiety, and fear—thorns that can rob us of the ability to enjoy the abundant lives of purpose that God intended for us.

All of us have struggled with these issues at one time or another. They are important issues that we cannot ignore. This is why, over the next 5 weeks, we will be studying Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity. During this time we will explore what the Bible teaches us about financial management through worship and personal study. Each week we will provide you with some practical tools you can use to assess your financial situation and develop a financial plan with a biblical foundation. At the conclusion of Enough, we will have the opportunity to make personal commitments of our offerings to God through our church in the coming year. We will consecrate these commitments in the worship service on November 24th followed by a delicious potluck lunch.

I hope you will join us in the coming weeks as we look at how we can manage our financial resources and truly experience simplicity, generosity, and joy. We will find how these proverbs are true in our lives. As we bless others, we too will be blessed

“ The world of the generous gets larger and larger; the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller. The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped.”

Proverbs 11:24-25

In His Generous Love,

Pastor Abby

Plans are underway for Immanuel to share the real meaning of Christmas with our community by having a Live Nativity. An area will be constructed for animals and an area where the Christmas characters of Mary, Joseph, baby, shepherd, wise man, angel will be. Watch for a sign-up sheet as we will need a lot of helpers. Tentative dates are Saturday, December 14 from 5-7pm and Sunday, December 15 from 4-6pm.

MISSIONS

All-CHURCH COLLECTION

This project is being sponsored by the United Methodist Women, but will be an all-church collection for the Brooklyn Middle School, where Melody Hahn-Merges works as a social worker.

Items that the students need include:

1. White or black low-cut socks in sizes 6 –11 for both female and male students.

2. Any kind of travel size toiletry items (toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, lotion, feminine hygiene products, etc. )

3. They are also in need of winter scarves.

Thank you, in advance, for your generosity!

THANKSGIVING OFFERING

The Mission and GHT teams are recommending that the Thanksgiving offering go to Feed My Starv-ing Children and Mobile Hope Center at Maple Hills.

Feed My Starving Children is a Christian non-profit organization that coordinates that packaging and distribution of food to people in developing nations Since 1987 it has tackled world hunger by sending nutritious meals to 70 countries.

Mobile Hope Center is a ministry at Maple Hills Estate Mobile Home Park in Corcoran. Their vision includes helping students to succeed, families to thrive and individuals to experience the hope of Jesus Christ. They promote building relationships and have activities for children, youth and adults such as homework help, ESL classes, recreational events, mentoring youth and computer help. Ashley and Gama serve as missionaries there along with many volunteers

Live NATIVITY

COLLECTION FOR NOVEMBER

Peanut Butter

Toilet Paper Each month churches in our community are assigned specific foods or household items to collect. If you would like to donate, please drop off items in the box located at the church entry .

C. R. O. S. S.

WALK TO END HUNGER - November 28, 2019

Thanksgiving Day at the Mall of America

To make a donation, go to: https://events.walktoendhunger.othevevent/team/849027/

Give to the Max Day Early Giving begins November 1

Minnesota’s giving holiday is back on November 14. Last year, more than 70,000 people gave $21 million to their favorite causes during Give to the Max, a new generosity record! Https://www.givemn.org

How You Can Help

CROSS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making a positive difference in the communities we serve. Your time, effort, and welcoming hearts have a direct impact on those who come here looking for assistance with food, housing, clothing, and resources.

It takes a lot of hard work and dedicated people to provide the services we do and CROSS couldn’t exist without you

JUST FOR FUN—COLORING PAGE

CHURCH EVENTS

Monday, November 18

9:30AM

Ladies, please join us for this special time of fellowship, devotion and brief meeting.

Questions? Talk with Linda Gleason

Meets the 3rd Monday of each month.

Men’s Group

COME JOIN US!

Saturday, November 9

9:00 AM

We invite all men in the church to join us for breakfast, devotions, conversation.

Meets the 2nd Saturday of each month.

All MEN ARE WELCOME

SEEKING A BREAKFAST COOK!

Would you or do you know someone willing to fix a breakfast meal on the 2nd Saturday of the month for the Men’s Group. It would be for around 6—8 guys at 9AM. You can sign-up to do it one time or more if you want. You are reimbursed for the cost. Please let Don Peterson know if it works for you.

You’re Invited NO PLANS FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER???

Join us at Immanuel United Methodist Church

4th Annual Thanksgiving dinner

Enjoy time with good friends, church family and you may even meet a new friend or two.

Thursday, November 28—Thanksgiving Day!

We will start welcoming you at 11:30.

From 11:30 to Noon Fellowship

Noon to 1:30 dinner

2:00 to 4:00pm conversation, coffee and treats.

Please sign-up in the narthex. Side Dishes and desserts are welcome.

Family and friends are welcome!

CHRISTMAS IS COMING!

Advent Decorating—Sunday, November 24

Following the Potluck dinner the Christmas trees and wreaths will be taken out of storage! Many hands will make light work, help us decorate the church for Advent. Trees will be set-up in the Great Room, Narthex and Sanctuary - assembled and decorated. Wreaths need to be hung in the Narthex and Sanctuary. All are needed and welcome!

Want to do more to help?

Join us Saturday, November 30 at noon to decorate the church and the trees.

Storing of Advent Decorations

We appreciate you marking your calendar for Sunday, January 5 when the decora-tions will be put away. After worship service we will disassemble the trees and pack up the decorations and wreaths for another year. All helping hands are needed and welcomed.

Have you ever wondered? What is the … Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee All About

On Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9:30 – 11:30am

there will be a program facilitated by Rev. Susan Nienaber at Immanuel Church

to look at the mission and place in the church that the SPPRC holds. This is a district training that is open to all who attend Immanual. It will be both informative and an op-

portunity to have any questions you have answered.

“THE ART OF NEIGHBORING”

By Jay Pathak ad Dave Runyon

BEGINS Tuesday Mornings—November 12 at 9AM

A 6-week study led by Pastor Abby to focus on building genuine relationship right outside your door. The book provides practical advice on how to be intentional about living out the Great commandment. Considering the changing environment around Immanuel, this book is a step to help us become a wel-coming neighbor. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex. Books are $10.

All are welcome, men and women.

BIBLE STUDY

THANKSGIVING PRAISE & PRAYER

Tuesday, November 26 at 7PM

A time of prayer and thanksgiving to God for all our blessings!

REMEMBER IN PRAYER

Health - Recovery - Strength

Bob Jette- Prayers for strength and patience as he goes through therapy and rehab at St. Therese in New Hope recovery from fall.

Gene Rick - Prayers for recovery, strength and God’s healing.

John Cupryna – Continued prayers during his recovery journey. Praise! MRA showed stable with brain anerysum coiling. MRI indicated a cortisone shot in shoulder could reduce inflammation in neck.

Tonya LaFave - Prayers as she continues her journey treatments for breast cancer. Pray for minimal discomfort and strength.

Dan Klapperich & Karen Meghan - Continued prayers for Dan & Karen. Thankful Dan has experienced less pain. New address for Dan: 4527 Shoreline Drive #306 Spring Park, MN 55384. New phone for Dan: 952-471-4453.

Cinda, Paul and Sherry Kuhn’s daughter - Prayers as she continues dialysis and waits for a new kidney. Also, prayers for her husband and his health issues.

Carol Todd - Prayers for healing as the doctors diagnose her problems as she has been hospitalized.

Ed & Donna Maunu - Prayers that Ed continues to recover from pneumonia. Prays for Donna for her back issues.

Nathan and his wife, Paula- Continued prayers as Nathan returns home. Pray that God’s hand will be in all the adjustments.

Earl Caswell’s niece, Cindy - She has recently been diagnosed with stage 4 lung, brain & liver cancer. Pray for strength and cour-age for her and family.

Paula Gehrke, sister Marla - Prayers as Marla has been taken off all medication and treatment for cancer.

Deb Clausen - Continued prayers as she deals with the chronic pulmonary problem. Pray that doctors can find effective medicine.

Prayers for church members that have ongoing health and/or serious issues as they graciously deal with them on a daily basis.

Pastor Abby Kammann and her family - Prayers for God’s direction for Pastor Abby in leading Immanuel. Prayers as they work with us in building our church and congregation.

Immanuel Church - Special prayers as we experience many changes. Pray for guidance and help from the Holy Spirit.

Missionaries - Gordon & Ardell Graner - Pray for our mission-aries as they serve in the Dominican Republic.

Prayers for our country, leaders, member of the Armed Services and those that are being deployed soon.

CHURCH OFFICE DEADLINES

Weekly Bulletin: All information and news should be

in the church office by 8AM each Thursday.

Newsletter DEADLINE for DECEMBER

Submit articles/information by November 17

Mailing Crew: Meets on Thurs. Nov. 21 at 10AM.

Contact Info: office@immanuelumc.church

Please call 763-424-2297 or 763-218-0085 or email elcaswell@comcast.net with prayer requests. Also, updates on prayer

requests that are left on the list longer than two weeks are appreciated. Lois Caswell, Prayer Ministries Coordinator

YOUTH REC NIGHT!

Sunday, November 10

6:30 - 8:00pm 7th - 12th grader

YOUTH BAKE SALE

Sunday, November 24 (Following worship service)

If you can say . . .

GOOD MORNING & WELCOME,

you can be a GREETER!

Immanuel can use more greeters to welcome people when they come to church. Please let Thelma Snow know when you are available.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17

Do you greet on Sundays, Teach Sunday School? Serve on a committee? Do you do something that no one realizes is a way you serve at Immanuel? The SPRC wants to appreciate all of you. During worship on November 17th, we will appreciate our volunteers and have a special fellowship time.

Please join us for worship

and allow us to appreciate you!

DATE LAY READER USHERS Peace Candle Lighters

DATE FELLOWSHIP SERVERS GREETER(S) FLOWERS

Nov. 3 Paul Kuhn Steve & Marilyn Rickson -Head Ushers

Alice Rickson, Wesley Waring

Carol Cody

Nov. 10 Sherry Brun Kris Caswell & Earl Caswell-Head Ushers

Stan & Jewell Albrecht

Linda Gleason

Nov. 17 Mary Pieri Barry & Linda Swanson -Head Ushers

Doug & Linnea Ritter

Carol Cody

Nov. 24 Leanne Peterson Kris Caswell & Carri Loken-Head Ushers

Doug & Linnea Ritter

Barry & Linda Swanson

Nov. 3

Cari Loken

Kris Caswell

Nov. 10 Lynn & Sherry Brun Jan Jette

Vicki Johnson

June Quamme

Nov. 17

SPRC

Volunteer Appreciation

Jewel Albrecht

Jerry & Thelma

Allen

Nov. 24 Stewardship Sunday

All-Church Potluck

YOUTH BAKE SALE!

The Pereda

Family

Acolytes (Fourth through Sixth Graders)

Sadie Kammann, Finn Kinart, Kacie Schulte, Madison Murray

SIGN-UP for Fellowship Servers is located on the table in the Narthex. Sign-up with one or more people and have a little fun as you serve others! If you are unable to serve, but would like to donate to the fellowship fund, please talk with Linda Gleason.