Immanuel Lutheran Church

05/31/2026

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05/27/2026

You are our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble. —Psalm 46:1

Gracious God,
we pray for those affected by the deadly implosion at the paper mill in our neighboring Longview, WA. We commend into your loving arms those who died, pray for the recovery of those injured, ask for the safe return of those still missing, and gives thanks for first responders and medical personnel providing compassionate, competent care in the midst of chaos. Fill the community of Longview with your Spirit of healing, fortitude, and hope as they come together in this crisis. May we, their neighbors, offer support, care, and solidarity in the days and weeks to come. Trusting in your mercy and grace, we lift these prayers up to you, O Lord. Amen.

Fatalities have been confirmed following a "major" chemical implosion at the Nippon facility in Longview, Wash., on Tuesday morning.

05/17/2026

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05/10/2026

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05/03/2026

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04/23/2026

Celebrating 75 Years of Faith, Joy, and Care for Creation
Immanuel Lutheran Church – Earth Day Anniversary Reflection

On this meaningful day—Earth Day—Immanuel Lutheran Church marks 75 years of ministry, a milestone filled with deep gratitude, joy, and renewed commitment. It is fitting that our anniversary falls on a day when people around the world pause to honor the gift of creation, because our story has always been rooted in God’s love not only for people, but for the whole earth.

For 75 years, Immanuel has been a place where faith comes alive—through worship, service, community, and compassionate justice. Generation after generation has gathered to pray, to sing, to serve, and to grow. We give thanks for those who came before us, whose vision, courage, and dedication planted seeds of faith that continue to bear fruit today.

And yet, anniversaries are not only about looking back; they are also about looking forward.
Earth Day reminds us that our calling extends beyond the walls of the church. As people of faith, we are entrusted with the care of God’s creation. Scripture tells us that the earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, and from the very beginning, humanity has been called to tend and keep the garden. This sacred responsibility connects directly to our life as a congregation: to love, to serve, and to protect the dignity of all creation.

At Immanuel, we see this calling expressed in many ways, including through acts of service, advocacy for justice, hospitality to neighbors, and a growing awareness of how our choices impact the earth and one another. Caring for creation is not separate from our faith; it is a living expression of it.

So today, we celebrate with joy the:
• 75 years of ministry that have shaped who we are
• community we share and the relationships that sustain us
• ways God continues to work through us for healing and hope

And we recommit ourselves:
• To be faithful stewards of God’s creation
• To live with intention, compassion, and justice
• To continue building a community rooted in love, inclusion, and dignity for all

As we step into this next chapter, we do so trusting that the same God who has guided Immanuel for 75 years will continue to lead us forward—calling us to nurture faith, care for creation, and embody Christ’s love in the world.

On this Earth Day anniversary, may we celebrate not only where we have been, but who we are called to become. With gratitude for the past, joy in the present, and hope for the future we give thanks for 75 years of God’s faithful presence among us.

Blessings & Grace,
Pr. Adrienne

04/03/2026

Sorry for the livestream failure tonight.
I am recording so I will upload it as soon as I can.

03/31/2026

On this International Transgender Day of Visibility, we reach out to our trans siblings with love and support. We recommit ourselves to standing against discrimination and to building communities of welcome, inclusion, and celebration. We see you, we celebrate you, and we boldly proclaim God’s love in Christ for you.

Now let us pray:
God of Love,
in your wisdom you have created humanity in your image, rich in marvelous diversity. We give you thanks for our trans siblings throughout the world. Bless them with safety, belonging, and purpose. Open the hearts of leaders to enact just policies that honor and protect the lives of all. In your gracious name, we pray. Amen.

01/30/2026

Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry and ELCA synod bishops from Minnesota share a joint pastoral video message condemning aggressive immigration activity. The bishops acknowledge the uncertainty being experienced by many in Minnesota and in other parts of God’s kingdom, and they remind this church that in our lament we still hold fast to the promises of Christ and the assurance that we are not alone.

https://youtu.be/GX5LsIgUyl0?si=Jg3kCnDZq4fHi6vO

Minnesota synod bishops:

The Rev. Regina Hassanally, bishop of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod
The Rev. Patricia Lull, bishop of the Saint Paul Area Synod
The Rev. Jen Nagel, bishop of the Minneapolis Area Synod
The Rev. Amy Odgren, bishop of the Northeastern Minnesota Synod
The Rev. Dee Pederson, bishop of the Southwestern Minnesota Synod
The Rev. William “Bill” Tesch, bishop of the Northwestern Minnesota Synod

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The Rev. Yehiel Curry, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and ELCA synod bishops from Minnesota offer a joint pastoral video mes...