January, 2019

Reaching Out to All People,

Teaching and Sharing

God’s Gift of Jesus Christ.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, School and Child Care Center

604 S Chestnut Ave., Marshfield, WI

Dear Friends in Christ,

I enjoy poetry from time to time. The following is a poem about the New Year from Avis

Christiansen.

Another year is dawning, a path unknown, untried. T’would fill me with foreboding Had I no hand to guide. But He who walked beside me all through the yesteryear.

Whatever may betide me, has promised to be near. Another year with Jesus! Ah, then, no dread I know. His love is ever precious However the winds may blow. E’en when the storm is fiercest, in Him my soul may rest, And find sweet peace and comfort upon His loving breast. Another year to trust Him – Yes I can trust Him still, Who never yet has failed me As I have sought His will. His rod and staff He giveth to be my strength and stay, And tenderly He leadeth along the homeward way. Another year with Jesus! I thank Thee Lord today, for Thy unfailing presence Along life’s rugged way. Guide me O Redeemer, teach me to bear Thy Name, For Thine own perfect Savior, in me no guilt or shame. Or said simply from the Scriptures, “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” Heb 13:5

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Spanish Language Outreach update: The Spanish language Christmas movie project has been post-poned until Easter time 2019. Trying to find a Christian family movie in Spanish that is a “theatrical release” that can be found through the broker at Rogers Cinema has proven to be more of a challenge than I thought at first. So, to insure having enough time to promote the event I postponed the movie until Easter. I am close to “booking” a movie, but it takes more time than I imagined. So, look for more informa-tion in the February 2019 Rejoice. Adult Bible Studies on Sunday morning in the Conference Room: I will offer two different Sunday morning Adult Bible studies, both on Church History beginning Sunday January 13. The first from 8-8:30am will be a DVD format on “Church History.” It is a 12 week study to better understand the events and people every Christian should know. The other class “How the Church Grew” begins at 10:15am and uses a workbook to teach historical theology and the growth of our Christian Church. Join us with a cup of coffee in the Conference Room. Every is welcome – bring a friend. Wednesday’s “Word for Word” is an Adult Bible study from 2-3pm in the Conference Room which covers each chapter of the Bible. We have read through Genesis and the first few books of the Old Testament and will resume on Wednesday January 3, 2019. Join us for discussion, questions, and a word for word study of the Bible. Immanuel has lots of vocal music waiting to be sung, we have a beautiful sanctuary and plenty of space set aside for a vocal choir, we have members ready to play piano and lead, what we need is voices ready to learn and sing praises to God. Please consider joining our vocal choir this new year. Singing can be taught like other subjects. Yes, it helps if you’re blessed with a natural gift for singing, but anyone can learn to sing. If you like singing, but feel unprepared, fear no more. On Saturday January 12 from 1-2:30pm Pastor Faulkner will teach Vocal Music 101 – the basics of reading and singing sacred (Church) music for young and old. No music background is required for the class or to join our vocal choir – we are here to help you learn and feel comfortable with church music. Singing is good for your heart, mind, and body and good for the Body of Christ. So, with Easter only a few months away, consider this plea for your voices to join our vocal choir. Practices will start later in February.

NEWS FROM PASTOR

Jan. 19

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IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

604 South Chestnut Avenue, Marshfield, WI 54449

Phone (715) 384-5121

Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Rejoice is published by Immanuel Lutheran Church,

Marshfield, WI to inform the congregation of

upcoming events as well as to promote Christian love,

fellowship and understanding.

PASTOR:

Rev. Dr. David Faulkner, (715) 432-1947

SCHOOL FACULTY:

Dr. Karen Bahn – Principal, (715) 384-7968

7 & 8 Grade Teacher & 5-6 Health

Liss VerBerkmoes —7 & 8 grades’

Literature & Social Studies; Grades 3—8 Art

Renee Hammond—Grades 5—6

Courtney Clark—Grade 4

Lori Steingraber – Grade 3/School Music

Jill Helgerson – Grade 2

Brenda Kuhnau– Grade 1

Lindsay Meyer– Kindergarten

Renee Griepentrog —4 Year-Old Kindergarten

Becky Weber—Computer/4K Assistant

Jamie Henderson—P.E.

Rev. Dr. David Faulkner—5-8 Spanish

Charles Jennings—Athletic Director

Diane Zimmermann — Nutrition Services

Rita Klicinski — Nutrition Services Assistant

CHILD CARE STAFF:

Brooke Draves, Child Care Supervisor

Olivia Auburg-Thifault

Sheena Brunzo

Emily Cook

Katie Howlett

Lynn Hutchinson

Jeanine Kaszuba

Anna Schade

Sophie Ackermann

Joy Schwanz

OFFICE STAFF:

Christine Garbisch—Business Manager

Heidi Schwanz—Administrative Assistant

Elected Board Members

John Beck—President

Brian Mortvedt—Vice President

Sarah Venzke—Secretary

Board of Education:

Theresa Backaus, Kimberly Bernarde, Steve Koran,

Megan Korntvedt, Megan Utecht,

Board of Elders:

Steve Steingraber, Dave Henning, Rich Abel,

Guy Langfeldt, John Scheppa, Sr.

Board of Administration:

Doug Anding, Joy Wirtz, Glen Buth, Corey Kuhnau,

Jordan Utecht

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL NEWS

January 2019

Welcome to 2019! It’s hard to believe that we are al-

most halfway through the school year. There are several

events happening in the school during January.

Our classes resume on Wednesday, January 2nd for both

Immanuel and Marshfield Public. The early dismissal

day for Immanuel takes place on Wednesday, January

9th at 1:30 p.m. This early dismissal is only for our

school. Marshfield will be in session. An additional noon

dismissal for both Immanuel and Marshfield Public is on

Friday, January 25th.

PTL will be having a meeting on Monday, January 7th at

7:00 p.m. to discuss the upcoming carnival in March.

We hope to see many parents at this important meeting.

The school spelling bee is scheduled Monday, January

21st at 1:30 p.m. The winner or alternate from this bee

will go on to compete at the regional bee in February.

Camp Luther will be coming on Wednesday, January

23rd to lead a special chapel for the students and tell

about the upcoming summer camp opportunities. Flyers

about Camp Luther will be sent home with students after

the program.

Basketball and cheerleading are well underway at

Immanuel. You are most welcome to join us for any of

our games and cheer the Spartans on. The basketball

schedule is published in the school memo and is on the

bulletin board by the ramp.

The end of the 2nd quarter and first semester is on

Friday, January 18th. Report cards will be available on

Fast Direct the following Friday, January 25th

The blessed season of Epiphany is upon us. It is a time

to remember how the Wise Men looked for the coming

Savior and found Him. May we continue to seek our

Savior through His Word and worship.

In Christ,

Dr. Karen Bahn, Principal

To check for cancellation of

worship services,

listen to WDLB 1450AM.

All events at Immanuel will be cancelled if

school is cancelled due to bad weather.

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Baptism December 2, 2018

Adalynn Emma Radde

Daughter of Matthew & Danielle Radde

Sponsors are Bethany Pulham & Brian Goetz

Baptized by Rev. Donn Radde

Funeral Louis W. Grottke, 88, Marshfield, passed

away peacefully on Tuesday, December

4, 2018 at Wells Nature View with family

at his side. The funeral service was held

at 11:30am on Tuesday, December 11,

2018 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Marshfield, WI

with Rev. Dr. David A. Faulkner officiating. Burial

was at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, St. Joseph’s

Ave, Marshfield, WI.

Membership Changes

Transfer Out Don & Debra Hilgemann to

Christ Lutheran Church, Pewaukee, WI

Danel Henseler to

Christ Lutheran Church, Marshfield, WI

Transfer In Brandon Nelson and Rylynn from

St. John Lutheran Church, Mayville, WI

Bible Classes Sunday Morning: Adults January 13, 20 & 27— 8:00-8:30am “Church History” (6 weeks) and

10:15am “How the Church Grew”

Sunday School resumes January 6th at 10:15am

Sunday Evening: Home Bible Study, 5:00pm. “The Mission of Jesus: Triumph of God’s Kingdom

in a World of Chaos” by Ray VanderLaan. Call 715-387-4045 for date and location.

Thursday Evening: January 10 & 24, 7:00pm “Elijah” Living Securely in an Insecure World, by

Douglas Connelly at Guy and Mary Langfeldt’s Home. 715-387-3886

Kehrburg Trust Church Work Scholarship.

The Board of Elders will be accepting applica-

tions for the Kehrburg Trust Church Work Schol-

arship. This scholarship is open to any Imman-

uel members in a LCMS church work education

program during the 2019-2020 school year

seeking a call in parish ministries, such as Pas-

tors (including pre-seminary studies), Lutheran

School Teachers, Directors of Christian Educa-

tion, Deaconness, etc.

Any interested current or future students in

these fields should submit a letter of intent by

March 1, 2019 to the church office. This letter

should include the student’s intended career

track and faith statement on their intended

call. Letters may be physically submitted to the

office or via e-mail at

info@immanuelmarshfield.org. Applications will

be reviewed and awards given prior to the end

of the 2018-2019 school year. Please contact

Steven Steingraber, Chair-Board of Elders at 715

-281-0085 with any questions regarding this

scholarship.

View services on YouTube at immanuelmarshfield.org

Or Charter/Spectrum Cable Digital 989 : Sunday 9AM, 3PM & 8:30PM

Wednesday 7AM, 1:30PM, 6:00PM & 8PM Friday 3AM

4K Christmas Chapel & Immanuel Lutheran School Christmas Service

Will be broadcast on Spectrum 990, METV.

Broadcast

Prayer Chain

If you would like to request prayer for yourself or

others, call Holly Klumb to start the prayer chain at

715-305-7641. Be certain you get permission before

submitting a name.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

In memory of Louis Grottke Guy & Mary Langfeldt

In memory of Fran Schmidt

Kim & Gwen Sandley

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL

In memory of Fran Schmidt Gary & Robin LeMoine

In memory of Don VanRyn

Karen Ruder

2019 NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING

Rich & Laura Abel

ILC Women’s Guild

Kathy Oelrich

TUITION ASSISTANCE

Wayne & Barb Coblentz

Kathy Oelrich

PORTALS OF PRAYER

Doreen Fuller

Darryl & Patty Farnsworth

BAPTISM FAITH CHEST

ILC Women’s Guild

Chandra Barrett

In Memory of many loved ones

Roland & Karen Hagen

CRADLE ROLL ILC Women’s Guild

COMPASSION CHILD ILC Women’s Guild

CAMERA MINISTRY

Patrick & Barb Inda

Willard & Eunice Anderson

David & Debra Ruhbusch

SIMPLE TRUTH

ILC Women’s Guild

CARING CARD CORNER

Ron & Sharon Ratsch

SAFETY & SECURITY

Steve & Lori Steingraber

HIGHER GROUNDS Dennis & Darla Wibben

PASTOR’S PURSE R & D Luxury Limo

ADVERTISING R & D Luxury Limo

TAXI PUNCHCARDS R & D Luxury Limo

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Received Through December 30, 2018

$ 640.00 THRIVENT

CHOICE FUNDS FOR DECEMBER

Mission Statement "Immanuel Lutheran Church, School and Child Care Center:

Reaching out to all people, teaching and sharing God’s gift of Jesus Christ, with the values of

empowering, equipping and encouraging all the saints.”

Attention Marathon County Residents... Please update your mailing address with our office.

All Immanuel Members... Please update your contact information with our office.

Thank you!

Jake Bernarde donated snow plowing

services in the month of December

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GROW Night Topic

February 13, 2019

6:30-7:30pm

“Advanced Care Planning”

by Marshfield Medical Center

Gain important information regarding making your future

health care decisions. Communicate them to your family

as an “Advanced Directive.”

GROW Activity Night purpose is to provide:

Fellowship Opportunity for relationship growth in our faith family.

Educational/Recreational Opportunity for personal growth.

Out Reach Opportunity for sharing with our community.

What we learned from Marshfield Police during

GROW Night in November 2018:

The Wisconsin Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force actively responds to

cyber enticement and child pornography complaints. The Marshfield Police

Department has investigated cases in our area. Predators online are intentional

about the young people they are preying on. They misrepresent themselves as a

“friend” in order to gain trust. Often times, young people are in over their heads

and afraid to report to their parents the trouble they have gotten themselves into.

http://www.netsmartz.org From cyberbullying to social media and sexting,

NetSmartz has what you need to know about staying

safer online. Tip sheets for parents and educators

provide a how-to in everything from smartphone

safety to protecting kids while on social media. Our

other tip sheets are written specifically for tweens and

teens dealing with topics ranging from online gaming

to tips to prevent sexting.

http://www.cybertipline.com Visit this link to report any possible cases of child

sexual exploitation for investigation or contact the

Marshfield Police Department.