Emanuel Happenings

Our hearts are bursting with pride after witnessing the phenomenal performances of The Little Mermaid Jr. this past weekend! Our talented student actors brought the underwater world to life with their captivating acting, enchanting vocals, and impressive choreography. It was a fantastic journey that left audiences breathless (and maybe a little misty-eyed!). See photos capturing the magic of the show in the link below!  https://photos.app.goo.gl/1826xBUCu7p9emGX6  

Jesus told his disciples that, though he was going to ascend into heaven, he wasn’t going to leave them alone. He was going to send “the Advocate,” a title for the Holy Spirit. But Jesus wasn’t sending the Spirit just to keep us company. Jesus would have the Advocate give us spiritual power so that we might participate in Christ’s saving work. Here is the final resurrection reality. The Spirit gives us the ability to raise the spiritually dead to life. We see this happen on Pentecost. The festival of Pentecost was held fifty days after the Passover. (Pentecost is Greek for “fifty.”) It was a time to thank God for the harvest. But on that day, through the Church at work, the Holy Spirit gathered another harvest, a harvest of souls. Therefore, Pentecost is the third great festival of the Church, along with the Nativity and the Resurrection. With the Festival of Pentecost, the festival half of the Church Year comes to a close. Want to hear more? See you this weekend: Saturday at 5:15 p.m.

Attention everyone! This weekend, we're hosting guided tours of our Forward renovation project after each of our worship services. Gather in the commons at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, or 11:45 on Sunday to get a glimpse of our exciting church renovation project! Construction crews will make sure the path is safe, so there's no need for hard hats or PPE. Come see the progress firsthand! We'll be showcasing the renovated church basement seating and kitchen areas, the main church sanctuary, the welcoming narthex and coffee nook, and even our fantastic new youth space! The elevator is available for use, but those with limited mobility may opt for a mini-tour. Construction is ongoing, and we've made incredible strides. We're so grateful for God's blessings on this project, which is on track for completion near Thanksgiving!

Please join us this Sunday, May 19, at 8 a.m. as we say farewell and offer the Lord's blessings to Julia Behm, Chris Luebke, Michelle Schaetz, and Abby Zuberbier. Ms. Behm served as one of our kindergarten teachers this school year and will be transitioning into public school teaching. Mr. Luebke accepted a Divine call to serve at Kingdom Prep Lutheran High School in Wauwatosa, where Chris and his wife will teach mathematics. Mrs. Zuberbier accepted a Divine call to serve as Learning Resource Center Director at St. Croix Lutheran High School. Mrs. Schaetz will be leaving us to focus on her family and their business. An acknowledgment of their service will take place during the 8 a.m. service. Following that service, our Emanuel School Board will host a cupcake reception for these workers.  "Well done, good and faithful servant!" Matthew 25:23

 

Good afternoon everyone, It's hard to believe that this is the second-to-last "weekly update" for the school year! -Important Dates Link: emanueltigertalk.blogspot.com/2024/05/important-dates-week-of-5132024.html -School Health Update The biggest issue we are having right now seems to be seasonal allergies, but that doesn't mean one last bug won't find its way into school. Thank you for your hard work this year keeping our student body and staff healthy! -Call News As you may or may not have heard, Mr. Luebke, our 8th-grade homeroom and upper-grade math teacher, has accepted his Call to serve at Kingdom Prep in Wauwatosa, WI next year. While we are saddened to be saying goodbye, we know that he will impact the lives of God's children there as much as he has at Emanuel. Please join us next Sunday, May 19, at 8:00 as we say farewell to Mr. Luebke, Miss Behm, Mrs. Zuberbier, and Mrs. Schaetz. -Last Day Picnic Lunch If you have not filled out the survey to indicat

Blessings abound as our Forward renovation project continues. Crews are making great progress. You can see some major changes to the narthex and sanctuary in these photos. Be sure to visit our Forward Progress Photo Gallery to see all our photos.

This world is broken. Oh, certainly, we still see beauty in nature. By God’s grace, we have plenty of happy moments. But that does not change the fact that this world does not function the way God designed it to. It is dangerous, especially for God’s children. Jesus once promised that those who live for him will be hated (just as Christ was hated) by those who live for the world. The even greater danger is that the priorities prompted by this broken world tempt the careless Christian to devalue what truly matters. This world is very broken. For that reason, our gracious, living Lord promises that one day soon enough, he will take us to a better world. Moreover, he promises that until that time, his Father will protect us, preserving our faith through the truth of his Word. This is the resurrection reality. By God’s grace, we will overcome this broken world.  Want to hear more? See you this weekend: Saturday at 5:15 p.m. • Sunday at 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. **Please remember that during

Good afternoon everyone, Here is your update for the coming week: -Tiger Cub Care Sign-up One more time! Please sign up one more time for the care needed the last two weeks of school. It has been such a joy to assist families with Christian care for their children. Thank you for entrusting us with your greatest blessings! Link: docs.google.com/document/d/1V5qByRQ5Llk5vS8bPqUupoGdmngW2G7_f2TFHaDdNls/edit?usp=sharing -Important Dates Link: emanueltigertalk.blogspot.com/2024/05/important-dates-week-of-562024.html -School Health Update Things seem to be leveling off as we near the end of the school year. If your child is sick and you take him/her to the doctor and receive a diagnosis, please let the office know. We are hoping for a quiet last three weeks! -Call News Mr. Luebke continues to deliberate his Call to Kingdom Prep Lutheran High School. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. Mrs. Abby Zuberbier requested an immediate release from her Call, which was granted by Emanuel's

Our awesome Student Council spent some time today popping batch after batch of popcorn to show our incredible teachers and office staff some love during Teacher Appreciation Week!  It was a blast (and a bit buttery!), and the teachers got a delicious treat.  Huge thanks to our Student Council for the initiative and a bigger thank YOU to our dedicated educators for all you do! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #PopcornPower #ThanksTeachers 

Congratulations to our amazing ELS and PSI 8th graders on their recent Confirmation! This is a beautiful step in your faith journey. May the Lord's richest blessings be with you as you embark on this new chapter. Remember, as Psalm 27:1 says, "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?"  

The entirety of God’s Word can be summed up in one word: love. God’s Law is all about love. “Love the Lord your God with all your heart...” and “Love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:37,39). The gospel is all about love: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son...” (John 3:16). From his compassion for the sick and broken to his sacrificial death on the cross, to the peace he provided after his resurrection, Jesus was the perfect embodiment of love. Love is his business. Therefore, love is our business too. The resurrection reality is that with the same supernatural power by which God raised Jesus from the dead, God now enables us to live a new life—one marked by radically selfless love. The motivation and ability to do this comes from seeing the endless love Christ has for us. We love only because he first loved us. Want to hear more? See you this weekend: Saturday at 5:15 p.m. • Sunday at 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. **Please remember that during renovation, wors

Emanuel's second graders are baking up a storm to help their classmate Lily V fight cancer! They're using their math skills to whip up delicious Puppy Chow, selling for just $1 a bag. Show your love for Lily at the Love for Lily Bake Sale! Dates: May 15 & 16 Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Location: Emanuel Lutheran School, Door 9 Stop by for a sweet treat and help support Lily! #LoveForLily #BakeSaleHero 

May is here, and that means it's time to celebrate the AMAZING teachers who inspire our students every day!  We are incredibly grateful for their dedication, passion, and the positive impact they have on our children's lives. ‍‍ To show our appreciation, the Student Council has put together a fun-filled week of activities dedicated to our fantastic educators!  Get ready for new and exciting surprises each day to make them feel truly special. Click to see the full schedule. Together, let's shower our teachers with appreciation!   “Ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I never stop giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers.” Ephesians 1:15-16 #EmanuelLovesTeachers #TeacherAppreciationWeek