Ash Wednesday

Tonight there will be an Ash Wednesday service held at 6:30pm.

Ash Wednesday is the beginning of Lent which traditionally commemorates the beginning of Jesus' 40 days fasting and temptation in the desert after he was baptized by John the Baptist.

What does it mean for you? For many it does not mean anything. For others it is just a tradition that they grew up with in the church. For others it is a time of deep reflection and contemplation about Jesus' life leading up to His resurrection on Easter. Lent, like any Christian observance is all about your heart and relationship with Jesus. If you do not participate in Lent, it is not a sin. If you do participate in Lent it is not going to save you. Christian observances are simply a way to remember and to help us contemplate what Jesus did for us through His life and death. Jesus wants a close, loving relationship with you. But that relationship is up to you. The offer is made, but you must enter into it by choice.

Relationships are built on communication. You cannot have a relationship without communication. We communicate with God through prayer, bible reading, thinking about Him, doing what He teaches.

This Sunday PCF will be leading worship. Come a receive something to think about!

Prayers Requested:

Floyd Fisher was hospitalized yesterday (2-27-2017) at Anderson Hospital.  They believe he has a virus that has been going around and are giving him fluids.  They expect that he will be released to go home tomorrow. 

 Gladys Wilkening  Gladys is Joyce Koenigs mother. Gladys found out this past week the she is in stage 4 cancer (abdominal).  Please pray for Gladys and her family. 

Beverly Farm Employees Please keep Beverly Farm in your prayers. They are in desperate need of caregiver employees. 

Announcements

TP & PT SUNDAYS – MARCH 5 & 12

We are asking for donations of paper goods for the Glen Ed Food Pantry the next two Sundays, especially toilet paper and paper towels.  Penny May tells us that Target is having a great sale this week only.  You will need to have a coupon from the Target ad (probably available at the store) or the Cartwheel App on your phone.  You can then purchase the Target brand of toilet paper which is $5.00 for a 12-roll pack.  If you purchase $50 worth of toilet paper (or 10 packages) you will receive $15 off – so you only pay $35.00 for 120 rolls of toilet paper.  Sounds like a great deal – thanks, Penny!  While our focus is on paper goods, donations of any type are greatly appreciated.

YOUTH CHICKEN DINNER ON SUNDAY, MARCH 12

Our Youth will be holding a fundraiser on Sunday, March 12 at the Edwardsville Moose Lodge #1561, 7371 Marine Road in Edwardsville.  You will receive an all-you-care-to-eat chicken dinner that includes fried chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, green beans, green salad, and a beverage of coffee, tea or water.  Cost is $9.00 per adult, and $4.00 for children age 5-12.  Desserts will be sold separately and carry outs will be available.  The dinner will be served from 11 am until 3 pm.  DONATIONS OF NICE CAKES, PIES, COOKIES OR BROWNIES are still needed.  Please sign up on the sheet in the Hospitality Room this Sunday, or speak to Sharon Koenig.  

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NEW TO OUR WEBSITE – WEEKLY SERMONS

Thanks to Teresa and Christal Akers-Helle who have been working on our website.  They were able to record last Sunday’s sermon and uploaded it to our website so that those who can’t attend church or live away can listen to Pastor Jackie’s sermons each week.  Check out this new feature at www.immanuelonmain.org.

 See you soon. Love pastor kent and pastor jackie

if you have questions, prayer requests please call 618-656-4648