JESUS IS THE GOOD SHEPHERD

April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
John 10: 11-18
JESUS IS THE GOOD SHEPHERD
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“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he
sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf
attacks the flock and scatters it. 13 The man runs away because he is a hired
hand and cares nothing for the sheep. 14 “I am the good shepherd; I know my
sheep and my sheep know me— 15 just as the Father knows me and I know the
Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. 16 I have other sheep that are not
of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and
there shall be one flock and one shepherd. 17 The reason my Father loves me is
that I lay down my life—only to take it up again. 18 No one takes it from me, but
I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to
take it up again. This command I received from my Father.”
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April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
John 10: 11-18
Remember in Prayer
In need of comfort, ill, or recovering from surgery:
Charla Dunham & Family
Bill Jewell
Bob & Kathy LaCour
Kitty Smith
Ava (Carol Pape’s great-granddaughter
Diane Walters’ Niece
Karen Callies
John Wuerpel
David Flynn
Bill Craig
Jeff Conradi
Harold Tviet
Bob Pease
Pat Perry
Prayer requests will be added to the prayer list for a four week period. Please request additional periods as prayers are needed.
Thank you for keeping our prayer list current
Having difficulty coming to church, but still very much a part of us:
Evelyn Charlston, Elsie Grill, Ann Lonergan,
Norma Peterson, Lorna Stedham, and Billie Taylor.
In the Military:
Thanks and praise for the men and women currently serving our country in the armed forces. We ask God’s protection
for them: Patrick Chapman, Andrew Trana, Adam Cooper, David Gill (Jemelka), and Bryttany Lynch.
Stewardship Update
April 19, 2015
Weekly Proposed Budget 2015
Contributions: for operating budget:
Contributions Short
$4,643.00
$2,409.00
$2,234.00
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“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 10b I have
come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:11& 10b
Attendance:
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
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70
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“I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— 16 I have other sheep
that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and
there shall be one flock and one shepherd. 17 The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down
my life—only to take it up again. John 10:14, 16-17
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April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
John 10: 11-18
Praises to God
For Darrin Canfield’s 5th anniversary of his successful stem-cell transplant
For Christ nurturing us as a caring and loving Shepherd
For Christ’s immeasurable love for us
For the ministry of our visitation team
For everyone inviting and welcoming people to Immanuel
For people who reach out to those who are suffering
For the Resurrection of Christ and the power of His Spirit in our lives
For the Holy Spirit growing our faith when we go through hard times
For Immanuel being home to three congregations as well as many other ministries
Prayer Requests
For all people who live in countries that do not provide safety for the citizens
For the desire to nurture others like Jesus
To give all of us a love for studying scripture
For Godly wisdom in facing significant challenges at Immanuel
For safety for all our women and men serving in the military
For the wisdom and guidance of the Holy Spirit in addressing our income/expense disparity
For us to trust the Holy Spirit in giving God our offering to see our faith grow as we increase
our support
For the Holy Spirit to help us understand and embrace the reality that following Jesus includes
sacrifice and self-denial
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April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Immanuel Activities, Events, and Announcements
Clean-up day at the church – The date has been rescheduled for:
May 30 from 9am – 1pm
We will be looking for volunteers!
Pastor Paul will provide the donuts!
WHAT: Prayer Breakfast
WHEN: May 7, 2015
WHERE: Centralia Christian School
COST: $5.00 at the door
Volunteers needed.
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John 10: 11-18
April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
April, 2015 Youth Calendar
April 5th
Easter Sunday
Celebrate with your family
No Youth Event
April 12th (6:00pm to 8:00pm)
Taylor shows Big Heroes Six
Martha provides Sundaes
Michael leads discussion
At the Church!
April 19th (6:00pm to 8:00pm)
Everyone’s Favorite Games:
“Silent Football”
“Apples to Apples”
Bring a game to share!
Snacks Galore
At the Church!
April 26th (2:00pm to 4:00pm)
Schatz “Glow in the Dark Golf”
Prizes will be awarded!
Gift cards!
Holly’s Yogurt afterwards
Meet at the Church!
Support your local youth group!
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John 10: 11-18
April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
John 10: 11-18
We now have a Visitation Team! Under the direction of the Congregational Care Committee a
new visitation ministry has been formed to meet the increased visitation needs of Immanuel.
There are multiple ways that you can be involved. If you desire
to have a personal contact for any need, or know of someone
else who does, we want you to reach out to Pastor Paul. All
communication is strictly confidential. Upon receiving your
request a visitation team member will respond to you promptly
to arrange a time to meet. That visit can include prayer,
listening, caring, and follow-up. We will share God’s love with you in a manner that will meet
your needs.
The second way you can help is to ask to be a visitation team
visitor. Pastor Paul will work with you to share helpful
approaches that complement your style of comforting.
We ask that you bring this important ministry to God in
prayer. When people observed the fellowship in the early
church they said; “behold how they love one another.” This
is our goal at Immanuel; to be a community overflowing with the compassion of Christ.
In His service,
Pastor Paul and the Congregational Care Committee
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April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
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John 10: 11-18
April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
April
Birthdays
John 10: 11-18
Wedding Anniversaries
Tom Alderson....................
2
Jamey Leigh-Romero ........
3
Jeff Pape ...........................
4
Pat Kullberg ......................
5
Jim & Colleen Albrecht………………… 13
Jennifer Polley ..................
5
Ferrell & Nancy Ely……….……………. 16
Bill Zimmerman ................. 13
Darrin Canfield .................. 13
Paula Marth ...................... 17
David Phillips .................... 19
Andrew Trana ................... 19
Lionel Christopherson ....... 20
Barbara Peterson .............. 20
Bruce Craig ....................... 21
Sue Hermansen ................ 24
Arnie Guenther.................. 24
Ken Kruger ........................ 25
Kiave Smith ....................... 25
Christine Vanderberg……. 28
Gloria Jensen……............. 29
Gail DenBeste ................... 29
Please remember to notify the church of any
changes, additions, deletions, or corrections in
your family records, we'd hate to miss a chance to
wish you a happy birthday or anniversary!
Thank You!
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April 24, 2015
Fourth Sunday of Easter
John 10: 11-18
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
Preacher
Pianist
Greeters
Ushers
Reader, Prayer, Creed
Children’s Sermon
Fellowship Snacks
Coffee Baristas
Monthly Altar Care
Monthly Coffee Hostesses
Monthly Council Persons
Preacher
Liturgist
Organist/Pianist
Greeter/Usher
Reader, Prayer, Creed
Children’s Sermon
Fellowship Snacks/Clean up
Monthly Altar Care
Monthly Council Person
Benevolence Offering
Altar Flowers
Sunday, April 26. 2015
9:00 AM Service
Sunday, May 3, 2015
9:00 AM Service
Pastor Paul Hermansen
Sharon Miracle
Cooper Family
Gutierrez Family
John Nistler
Al Blouin
Pastor Paul Hermansen
Sharon Miracle
Jim & Colleen Albrecht / Christine Maurer
Gary & Rudelinda Cooper / Gloria Jensen
Bill & Diane Jewell / Christine Vanderberg
Tom & Karen Alderson / Gloria Hess
Hannah / Taylor
Bev Norberg
Roberta Dunston / Bev Norberg
Joel Kalich / Lisa Perry
Joel/Myra
Judy Williams
Diane Jewell / Darlys Weinke
Scott Gutschmidt / Diane Jewell
Sunday, April 26, 2015
11:00 AM Service
Sunday, May 3, 2015
11:00 AM Service
Pastor Paul Hermansen
Bill Zimmerman
Pat Kullberg
Dale Westman
Dan Jemelka
Pastor Paul
Martha & Eunice
Mary Anderson
Scott Gutschmidt
Pastor Paul Hermansen
Bill Zimmerman
Sharon Miracle
Mary Anderson
Iva Riner
Verna Westman
Christina Smith
Mary Johnson
Lisa Perry
Relay for Life
Pastor Paul INO Sue’s birthday
Lewis County Young Life
Pam Nistler
EVENTS AT IMMANUEL THIS WEEK
Sunday
April 26
Monday
April 27
Tuesday
April 28
Wednesday
April 29
Thursday
April 30
Friday
May 1
Saturday
May 2
9:00 am
Contemporary
Worship Service
10:00 am
Fellowship
10:15 am
Sunday School
11:00 am
Traditional
Worship Service
12:00 am
Fellowship
2:00 pm
Youth ~ Glow in
the Dark Golf!!
Meet at church
6:30 pm
Bible Study
3:00 pm
Merry Widows
Lunch @
Sweet
Inspirations in
Chehalis
5:00 pm ICR
Bible Study
7:00 pm
Boy Scouts
3:00 pm Girl
Scout #41751
5:00 pm Health
& Hope Dinner
6:00 pm
Women of
Worth
6:30 pm
Small Group
Aadland Home
6:30 pm
Small Group
Anderson Home
6:30 pm
Bible Study
7:00 pm
ICR Worship
7:00 pm CWT
Music Practice
8:00 am
Men’s Breakfast
11:00 am
Prayer Meeting
12:00 pm
Pinochle
5:30 pm
Assured
Hospice
Memorial
Service
5:30 pm OE
Meeting
5:45 pm Girl
Scout 40391
7:00 pm ICR
Practice
12:30 pm
Church
Women United
7:30 am
Women’s
Prayer &
Share –
Coffee House
11:00 am
Chesed V’
Shalom
Messianic
Fellowship
Benevolence Offering Schedule
Jan
Love INC
Feb
Apr
Relay for Life
May
Jul
Kids Kloset
Aug
Oct
Pastor's Discretionary Nov
Safe Family Ministries
Lewis County Young Life
ROOF
Holiday Giving Tree
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Mar
Jun
Sep
Dec
Polley/Van
Alta Wedding
Celebration
Health and Hope Free Medical Clinic
Living Stone Ministry
Crop Walk
Salvation Army Food Bank