Emanuel Happenings

If you’re a long-time member of our congregation, or if you’re brand new to our church, or even if you just want to get “back to basics…” this Bible study is a Starting Point for learning what God’s Word teaches. October 1 or 4 -  The Fall and Promises of a Savior       

You have maybe heard the accusation or perhaps even made it yourself: “He’s so fake!” That charge claims someone’s friendliness or kindness is a sham. Such insincerity bothers us. We would generally rather someone be honest about how they feel about us than be fake. Through a story, Jesus teaches us that God feels the same. God doesn’t want us to simply go through religious motions like some sort of show. He sees right through that. God’s desire is that our repentance would demonstrate sincere sorrow over sin. God wants us to see the grace and forgiveness he has shown us in Christ, and in response, to love him back deeply and sincerely. Want to hear more? See you this weekend: Saturday at 5:15 p.m. • Sunday at 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. • Monday at 6:30 p.m.

We are planning to produce a video using your veterans' photos and information to express our thanks to the Lord for these veterans and our thanks to them for their service. We plan to post this video on our Emanuel YouTube channel and link it to other social media during the weekend of November 11. To include your veteran's photo, name, and additional information, please complete our form in one of two ways:  1. Click the button below to provide information and electronically upload your veteran's photo OR 2. Complete a paper form from within the bulletin beginning October 8 or available in our church office Submit Your Veteran's Information Please be aware that this information will be shared on social media. Phone/Email address is for office use and will NOT be shared on social media.  Your deadline for submission is October 22, 2023.  

Come and join us! We are excited to host JAM Time! this Friday. All young families are invited to join us on Friday, Sept. 29 beginning at 8:15 in the Emanuel Commons and gym. Please use doors 2 and 3 in the horseshoe parking lot off of Quincy St. We will focus our minds and hearts on Jesus and get our bodies "JAMming" with crafts and movement! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!   

This morning, we had some amazing news to share! Two of our fantastic students, Avacyn from first grade and Vayda from fifth grade achieved something truly special. They were honored with prestigious awards by Amvets Post 45 Commander Armin Conradt. Each of these remarkable students received first-place awards and checks for $50. Avacyn's award recognizes her outstanding talent in the Amvets coloring contest, which she participated in last year when she was just a kindergartener. On the other hand, Vayda's award celebrates her creativity in the Amvets poster contest, where she submitted her artwork last year as a fourth-grade student. Here's the incredible part: Both Avacyn and Vayda not only secured first place at the local level here in New London but also clinched the top spot at the state level in their respective competitions. Their submissions have now advanced to the national level of the competition. We couldn't be more proud of these two young talents. What an

To the untrained eye, it looks like we're training first and second-grade students to fill call center positions in a decade or so. In reality, our younger students (second grade and below) have the opportunity to use high-end oral reading fluency software. Reading fluency tests are designed to evaluate oral reading fluency, basic reading skills, and literal comprehension. They serve as a quick and effective tool to identify students who may be at risk of encountering reading challenges, including those associated with dyslexia. These tests provide valuable insights into students' reading abilities, allowing educators to track progress from year to year. To learn more about these tests, visit  www.nwea.org/map-reading-fluency/ . 

After we finished upgrading our office computers to Windows 11 a few weeks ago, I got wind of something exciting: talk of another Windows upgrade. But to my surprise, this was not Windows 12 and these weren't computer upgrades at all! Instead, they were upgrades to the actual windows in our campus buildings, like the music room, Tiger Cub Care room, and a few other spots. We're truly grateful for the efforts of our Board of Parish Property committee! It's amazing how a simple upgrade can make such a difference.  

-Tiger Cub Care Sign-Up It’s time to sign up for the next two-week period! If you need care for the time frame 10/2-13/2023, please use sign-up genius #4. The sign-up geniuses for the rest of the year are available as well! Thank you to all who sign up promptly! Link: docs.google.com/document/d/1V5qByRQ5Llk5vS8bPqUupoGdmngW2G7_f2TFHaDdNls/edit?usp=sharing -Important Dates for the Week Link: emanueltigertalk.blogspot.com/2023/09/important-dates-week-of-9252023.html -School Health Update We continue to see cases of strep throat and other viral infections that cause extended fevers. The stomach illnesses seem to have run their course for now. Please continue to keep an eye out for temps over 100.4 degrees. -MAP Testing Grades Kindergarten-8th will be taking their first round of MAP testing over the next two weeks. We ask that all students work extra hard at getting a good night's sleep and eating a nutritious breakfast for those testing days. -Tiger Gruel Volunteers Needed Emanuel hos

Who doesn’t like a good pizza? On November 4, teachers, parents, and other volunteers will join in a fun day of pizza-making in the gym to raise funds for Emanuel Lutheran School. Due to the success of Emanuel’s pizza fundraiser in the past, Emanuel has decided to limit the school’s fundraising efforts to two fundraisers this year (pizza & ButterBraid). Information on how the proceeds will be used will be coming soon! For more information on this, please contact Principal Fuerstenau. The fundraiser and pizza-making day is quite a process well organized by a company called PizzaPros from Green Bay. We need many volunteers to make this fundraiser a success! Volunteers are needed on November 4th to assemble pizzas, package orders, and clean up. Students in grades 5-8 may come and help if accompanied by a parent or guardian. The fundraiser requires over 100 volunteers for the day of the event, so please sign up to help if you are available. You can sign up in the school office or via

If you’re a long-time member of our congregation, or if you’re brand new to our church, or even if you just want to get “back to basics…” this Bible study is a Starting Point for learning what God’s Word teaches. September 24 or 27 -  Knowing God      

Give a single bag of M&Ms to two four-year-olds and tell them to share. You will witness counting done with accountant-like precision. Each child will get an equal amount of candy because that is fair. Human beings have an incredibly strong sense of fairness. That is why it can be so perplexing when we see how God dispenses blessing and grace. We see people who mock God who are more prosperous than believers. We see people who convert on their deathbeds, and Scripture tells us they obtain the same salvation as someone who has been Christian all his life. How is that fair? Through a simple story, Jesus teaches us a profound truth. We need to stop expecting God to be fair. God is not fair. He does not give us what we deserve, and that’s called mercy. In fact, he gives us what we don’t deserve, and that’s called grace. No, God is not fair. He is breathtakingly generous.  Want to hear more? See you this weekend: Saturday at 5:15 p.m. • Sunday at 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. • Monday at 6:30

Come and join us! We are excited to host JAM Time! this Friday. All young families are invited to join us on Friday, Sept. 22 beginning at 8:15 in the Emanuel Commons and gym. Please use doors 2 and 3 in the horseshoe parking lot off of Quincy St. We will focus our minds and hearts on Jesus and get our bodies "JAMming" with crafts and movement! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!   

This study offers an in-depth women's Bible study on the fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22,23. This book shows how God nurtures these fruits, how the sinful nature impacts them, how Jesus demonstrated them perfectly, and how the gospel helps them blossom and flourish. Each of the nine Bible lessons features application and discussion questions with room to write down thoughts as we work through love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The study will run on Tuesdays, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., in the Community Room, from October 3 - November 28. Please call the Emanuel office to register.  

Much of what Jesus has to say to you and me is contained within his parables. Parables are simple little stories that contain profound truths about life and eternity. For the believer, a parable takes a challenging spiritual fact and makes it clear. However, since the parable conveys spiritual truth, for someone without faith, the story remains only that—a story. Therefore, our prayer for this worship series is that Christ would send us his Holy Spirit so that we might receive the peace and power Jesus offers us in his parables. Tell us a story, Jesus! Our worship follows this path: 9•24 – A Story of Perplexing Generosity 10•1 – A Story of Spiritual Insincerity 10•8 – A Story of Reckless Patience 10•15 – A Story of Insane Rejection

Good afternoon everyone, I'm sure your children are tired after our first full week of school; enjoy some rest at home over the next couple of days! Here is information for the upcoming week: -Important Dates emanueltigertalk.blogspot.com/2023/09/important-dates-week-of-9182023.html -School Health Update Sickness is definitely still hanging around our hallways. Our younger classes have been hit the hardest this past week. Strep throat is still present, as well as other respiratory and stomach viruses. Please keep an eye on your child's temperature and keep them home for the appropriate amount of time according to our health policy. -FVL Schools Parent Night On Wednesday, September 20th, FVL Schools will be hosting a parent night at FVL. The topic of discussion will be "Against the Grain: Raising Christian Children in an Ungodly World." Childcare will be provided, and all you have to do to participate is show up at FVL on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. A flyer is attached to t

This year, Emanuel students are taking turns singing for worship services at St. Joseph's Residence. We invite you to stop by and worship with us and enjoy sharing the love of Jesus with our friends at St. Joe's. Services run from 10:30-11:00 a.m. every Monday. The students will sing on the dates below. Hope to see you there! September 25 - 5th Grade October 23 - Kindergarten November 13 - 6-8th Grade Worship Team December 18 - 2nd Grade 

Our youth groups will meet on Wednesday evenings starting September 27. Crossroads, our group for 5th-8th grades, meets from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the school gym. SOAR, our group for high school students, meets from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the church youth room. These groups are open for Emanuel members and friends to come! We will discover what God’s Word says about certain topics to grow in faith and foster Christian friendships. 

The first days of school give a fresh start for learning. It’s true not only for kids but also for every child of God! We encourage you to join us for a new bible study at Emanuel: Foundations of the Christian Faith. This study reviews the Bible’s core concepts and teaches us about our relationships with God and with one another.   If you’re a long-time member of our congregation, or if you’re brand new to our church, or even if you just want to get “back to basics…” this is a Starting Point for learning what God’s Word teaches. September 17 or 20 -  Faith and Works   

“Pay it forward.” That phrase means that when someone does something for you, instead of paying that person back directly, you pass along kindness to another person instead. Doing something kind for someone else is a way of thanking the person who originally did something kind for you. Today God applies that concept to forgiveness. God forgave our countless sins. He was willing to pay an incomprehensible price—the death of his Son. Obviously, we will never have occasion to do the same for God. We will never have to forgive God because everything he does for us shows perfect love and care. God never wrongs us. But others may do us wrong. Others may cause us pain. And when we are quick to forgive, it is one way we thank God for being so quick to forgive us. This is what God wants in his Church—people who, like him, are quick to forgive. Want to hear more? See you this weekend: Saturday at 5:15 pm, Sunday at 8 am & 10:30 am, or Monday at 6:30 pm.

Come and join us! We are excited to host JAM Time! tomorrow. All young families are invited to join us on Friday, Sept. 15 beginning at 8:15 in the Emanuel Commons and gym. Please use doors 2 and 3 in the horseshoe parking lot off of Quincy St. We will focus our minds and hearts on Jesus and get our bodies "JAMming" with crafts and movement! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!   

Scandal. Murder. Adultery. Forgiveness. Faith. Hope. It’s all included in the true crimes found in the pages of the Bible. But unlike your favorite true crime show, these dark deeds reveal not only the devastating consequences of sin but also the unrelenting power of God’s grace. Explore some of Scripture’s most shocking tales of corruption, violence, confession, and redemption in this book by Dr. Bruce Becker. From Cain’s fratricide to Paul’s complicity in a public execution, you’ll investigate cases of horrific sin and extravagant grace as you uncover the truth of God’s holiness, justice, mercy, and love. The course will begin Sunday, September 17 at 9:15 am, and run through November 19. Please call the Emanuel office to register. 

Here is information for the upcoming week, starting on Monday, 9/11: -Tiger Cub Care Sign-Up It is time to sign up for the next two-week period! Please enter your care needed by Thursday, 9/14, at midnight. We appreciate your timeliness in your sign-ups! Please contact Mrs. D if you have any questions or concerns about Tiger Cub Care(mdobberstein@emanuelnl.org, 920-407-3000). Link:  www.signupgenius.com/go/805084CAAA623AAF94-3tcc918292023 -Important Dates for the Week Link:  emanueltigertalk.blogspot.com/2023/09/important-dates-week-of-9112023.html -School Health Update Things seem to be leveling off with illnesses. The main culprits continue to be a short viral infection with a fever and some stomach bugs. Please make sure you are following our health policy when you keep your children home, and make sure you thank our wonderful office ladies for caring for the students when they aren't feeling well! -Volunteer Sign-Up Please consider signing up for one of our many volunteer oppor

Imagine, late one night, you notice the house across the street is on fire. You see no activity inside. You say to yourself, “Pounding on the door in the middle of the night might scare the family. I’m sure they’ll realize what’s going on eventually.” Ridiculous! You would never do that! To let a family sleep while flames surround them would be cruel. Your inaction would make you a killer. The truth is you would pound on their door at 3:00 AM, screaming. You would throw a brick through their front window if that was what it took to warn them. You would not care if it startled the family. This is a matter of life and death! Love compels you to do whatever it takes. God wants the people of his church to be willing to say hard things to people when that is what is necessary to save them from an even worse type of fire. Warning against sin is not easy. It upsets people, even offends them. But saying hard things is the loving thing to do when it is a matter of eternal life and death. Want t

Men of the Outdoors will host a Breakfast Bible Chat on Wednesday, September 13 at 8:30 a.m. at Marly’s Restaurant. Fishing season is winding down and we would like to hear your success stories. You are welcome to share any outdoor story you have and are encouraged to bring pictures to share. Plan to eat breakfast at Marly’s Restaurant, 520 S Pearl St, New London, WI 54961.  www.emanuelnl.org/events www.emanuelnl.org/moto  

At Emanuel School, Lunchtime is More Than Just a Meal When it comes to a fulfilling school experience, there's more to it than just academics. It's about creating an environment where students feel nourished, both in mind and body. One key ingredient to achieving this balance is the quality of our school lunches, and at Emanuel, we're proud to say that we serve nothing but the best! Lunchtime at Emanuel is a great time! Ms. Connie and her lunch staff, Randy and Rose, prepare fresh, on-site lunches and serve them each school day. Their dedication and passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals are truly commendable. They understand that a well-balanced meal not only fuels the body but also nurtures the spirit. Ms. Connie is the heart and soul of our school lunch program. With years of experience and an unyielding commitment to quality, she orchestrates our daily feasts with finesse. Her culinary expertise ensures that every meal served is not only delicious but also

Are you excited about this weekend? You should be! Emanuel has so many things happening on Sunday: Worship   and  All School Sing   (ELS students' last names A-J at 8:00, K-Z at 10:30)  8:00/10:30, Sanctuary Bible Study  9:15, Church Basement Fellowship Hall Sunday School  (Ages 3-Gr 6) 9:15, Commons Fellowship Meal  11:30, Commons Click to Register for Sunday School Join us as we grow together in God’s Word and as a family of believers! See you Sunday.

FVL Schools will be hosting a Parent Night presentation on Wednesday, September 20 at Fox Valley Lutheran High School. The presentation will begin at 6:30 pm given by President Jeff Loberger from Fox Valley Lutheran High School. The topic is  Against the Grain: Raising Christian Children in an Ungodly World . This presentation is applicable to families with children of all ages. Babysitting will be available. We will attempt to delve into the complicated issues of raising children in a world that is different from what we grew up with--or is it? Understanding moral values of the world and of a Christian will help to frame the work we need to do as parents. The presentation will include how understanding our role as parents and the appropriate relationship we strive to have with our children will help guide the process of raising Christian children in an ungodly world. We will discuss a few basic parenting tips that can easily be taken home and implemented across all ages. Fox Valley Lu

Bells Alive is Emanuel’s Teen Handbell Choir. Students in grades 5-12 are welcome to join the choir. Bells Alive practices on Sunday nights from 6 to 7:30 pm in the church balcony. The first practice is on 9/10. Bells Alive choir performs about 5 times in church throughout the year and offers the opportunity to participate in the WELS Handbell Festival, next held in Weyauwega on 4/13/24 & 4/14/24. All 5th - 8th graders of Emanuel Lutheran Church are invited to play bells.  

This year, there's a fresh addition to the Ladies Aid Fall Bazaar happening on October 14 – the Ladies Aid will be welcoming vendors. If you or someone you're acquainted with is keen on becoming a vendor or would like more details, please get in touch with Janet at 920-982-6868. 

Are you looking for a fun, Christian experience this year for your kids? Do they enjoy learning new things like cooking? crafts? woodworking? science experiments? Do you want them to be part of an organization of friends that they can join in special activities such as camping, biking, hiking, sleepovers, sledding, and more? Are you looking to give your children an opportunity to serve our local WELS schools and churches by Christmas caroling to shut-ins and serving Advent and Lenten dinners? Looking for an opportunity for them to discover and develop interests in areas such as nature, personal awareness, evangelism, nature, and skills for independent living?  Lutheran Pioneers  and  Lutheran Girl Pioneers  offer this and more for all boys and girls from Kindergarten through eighth grade! Pioneers is starting a Fox Cities chapter with meetings to be held at  Riverview Lutheran in Appleton —and we would love to share with you our Savior's love through this Christ-centered youth orga

Give your child a chance to learn, grow, and connect in a Bible-based environment.  Children 3 years old through sixth grade meet every Sunday starting September 10, from 9:15 to 10:15 AM in the school commons. Register your child(ren) now for a fun and educational experience that will inspire them on their spiritual journey.  Call the Emanuel office at 920-982-5444 or visit  www.emanuelnl.org/sundayschool  today.  Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of our vibrant community. Parents are encouraged to participate with their children and can even volunteer to be helpers. We look forward to connecting with your family! If you have any questions, please contact our Youth & Family Minister, Jack Vande Guchte at  jvandeguchte@emanuelnl.org . Click Here to Register for Sunday School

The upcoming weekend of November 18, 19 & 20 will showcase a special sale organized by the Emanuel Quilting group in the Narthex. With dedicated effort, the group's talented ladies have crafted exquisite pieces they're eager to share with our congregation. All sale proceeds will contribute to a charitable cause, an initiative to be finalized during the September 18 Quilters Group meeting (stay tuned for more details). For inquiries, feel free to reach out to Linda at 920-250-5261. If you're keen to join the Emanuel Quilt Group, their gatherings take place every third Monday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Community Room. Mark your calendar for the next meeting on September 18.

With bow and gun season right around the corner, it’s a good time to make sure your equipment is safe and ready for the hunt. On September 9, Men of the Outdoors (MOTO) is hosting its sight-in event at Shiocton Shooting Range (N5684 Lake Park St, Shiocton). We will begin at 8:30 a.m. with doughnuts, Danish, and drinks (juice, water, and coffee), followed by a devotion. Then, off to the range (rifle, shotgun, handgun, and bow) to sight everything in. At 11:00 a.m. we will gather for brats, chips, and beverages to conclude the day. The fee is $10 for the use of the range for the day. Please call the Emanuel office at 920-982-5444 to register.

The first days of school give a fresh start for learning. It’s true not only for kids but also for every child of God! We encourage you to join us for a new bible study at Emanuel: Foundations of the Christian Faith . This study reviews the Bible’s core concepts and teaches us about our relationships with God and with one another.   If you’re a long-time member of our congregation, or if you’re brand new to our church, or even if you just want to get “back to basics…” this is a Starting Point for learning what God’s Word teaches. Classes begin September 10 and 13: Sundays at 9:15 a.m. (sharing a schedule with children’s Sunday School) or Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. (sharing a schedule with PSI).  September 10 or 13 -  Sin and Grace