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Events
Vacation Bible School
VBS At Home 2020 Immanuel’s Vacation Bible School for 2020 is scheduled for five Sundays! July 12 – August 9, 2020 | Learn more at immanueljoplin.com/VBS! NEW THEME LAUNCHED ONLINE EACH SUNDAY EVENING AT 6:00 PM! Learn More About Immanuel Lutheran Church About Martin Luther School, now enrolling 2 & 3 Year-Olds, Preschool and Kindergarten through 8th grade About our ministry to Children and Families Vacation Bible School 2020
Sunday Services
Immanuel is re-opening slowly with careful concern for COVID-19 safety. If unable to attend in-person, you can find our services and sermons on FACEBOOK and YOUTUBE. We also post worship broadcasts to our WEBSITE and PODCAST an audio-only version. Join Us Sunday Immanuel Lutheran in Joplin has two Sunday Services for your convenience, at 8:00 am and 10:30 am. Worship lasts about an hour, and is held in a traditional worship space with organ-led hymns and liturgies as well as…
Kids Ministry
Listen! God is Calling **Sign Up Today for Immanuel’s Free “VBS At Home” for Summer 2020! Learn More.** Come to Sunday Morning Kids Ministry at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin, and get your whole family growing in Christ as we explore the Bible together. Kids Ministry at Immanuel is so much more than Sunday School! Listen! Listen, God is calling, Through the Word inviting, Offering forgiveness, Comfort, and joy. Tanzanian Hymn Children from 2 years through 8th grade are welcomed…
Fellowship Bible Study
Join Pastor Mech in the Church Fellowship Hall each Sunday morning for the Fellowship Bible Study. This group of nearly 50 adults enjoy learning together about a variety of topics throughout the year. The class is open to all adults, and is held between the two Sunday services from 9:20 to 10:20 am. Bring a Bible along if you like, pour a cup of coffee and have a seat! Details of the current topic are found below. Christians And Social…
Young Adults Study
Sharing And Growing Together Young Adult Bible Study | Sundays at Panera Bread | 9:20 to 10:20 am Be a part of Immanuel’s Young Adult Small Group! We gather for fellowship and Bible study each week at Panera Bread on 32nd Street in Joplin, then head to Immanuel Lutheran Church a few blocks away to worship together. Led by two of our young teachers from Martin Luther School, any young adult from their late teens through 20s and early 30s…
MLS School Board Meeting
The MLS School Board meets monthly to plan and oversee the operation of Immanuel’s mission outreach, Martin Luther School. MLS is a fully-accredited Christian Day School, serving students and their families from preschool through 8th grade. The school board consists of the board chairperson and school principal, plus several others from our church, school, and community. If you would like to learn more about the MLS School Board or Martin Luther School, please contact our principal, Mr. Jeremy Schamber at…
LifeLight Bible Study
LifeLight: PRAYER Our current course of study is entitled, “LifeLight Foundations: Prayer.” Take a look at the bible study topics that are being covered week-to-week. Session 1: Prayer’s True Foundation Session 2: Prayer and Public Worship Session 3: Prayer’s True Power Session 4: Prayer’s Outcome: Thy Will Be Done Session 5: Prayer’s Nourishment for the Traveler Session 6: Prayer’s Reliance on Forgiveness Session 7: Prayer’s Battle Against our Enemies Session 8: Prayer’s Final Goal Session 9: Amen: The Last Word?…
Ministry Staff Meeting
Ministry Staff Meeting | Tuesdays at 9:45 am The full-time Ministry Leadership Staff meets weekly to plan, coordinate, evaluate and encourage. Our pastor, principal, director of Christian education and other office staff may be unavailable for phone calls or office visits during this important hour each week. Get To Know Our Leadership Ministry Staff Rev. Gregory Mech, Pastor Mr. Jeremy Schamber, School Principal DCE Jason Glaskey, Youth & Family Ministry Reach Out To Us! Immanuel Lutheran Church (office) | 417-624-0333…
Stewardship Meeting
Stewardship Board Monthly Meeting Second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm in the Church Fellowship Hall | Stewardship Meeting The Stewardship Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month to plan and coordinate various opportunities for the people of Immanuel to use their time, talents and treasures in service to Christ and His Church. The Stewardship team carefully assesses needs in our congregation, community, and world, seeking to match needs with the spiritual gifts and resources of God’s…
Christian Education Meeting
Providing Christian Education Opportunities for All Ages Christian Education Meeting | 6:30 pm on the Second Tuesday of the Month The Board of Christian Education meets on the second Tuesday of each month to plan and coordinate various Christian education opportunities. These ministries include: Kids Ministry (Sunday School and Children) Vacation Bible School Trunk-or-Treat Youth Classes Adult Classes Want to learn more about the Board of Christian Education? Contact the board chairperson, Mr. Larry Rula or contact the church office…
LifeLight Bible Study
Join a LifeLight Bible Study The LifeLight Bible Study Program includes directed individual study, group sessions and review materials. Its purpose is to help you spend time in God’s Word and to apply His Word to life today. Three opportunities are available each week: Monday Evenings at 6:30 pm with Pastor Mech in the Church Building Fellowship Hall Wednesday mornings at 9:30 am with Pastor Mech in the Youth Building Sunday mornings at 9:15 am with Bill Ideker in the…
Youth Night
Wednesdays Are For Youth Join us each Wednesday for Youth Night! Students in grades 6-12 are invited to Immanuel’s Youth Center, located just behind the School Building. Junior and senior high students and their friends enjoy a weekly feast and more, beginning at 5:45 pm. Food, Friends, Faith. Join us! 5:45 Food is served, followed by an organized activity in the gym or field. 6:45 Younger students head off to Midweek Confirmation Classes, while high schoolers feed their faith with…
Church Council Meeting
Coordinating Mission and Ministry Immanuel’s Church Council works to coordinate the programs and activities of the various departments of the Congregation, with representatives from the Boards of Assimilation, Christian Day School, Christian Education, Elders, Evangelism, Finance, Property Maintenance, Stewardship, and Youth. The Council’s regular meetings are on the third Tuesday of each month. If you have questions or comments for the Immanuel Lutheran Church Council, please contact our congregational president, Mr. Darrell Ideker. Learn More About Us Assimilation Martin Luther School Christian Education…
Men’s Bible Breakfast
MEN’S BIBLE BREAKFAST First and Third Thursday Mornings in the Church Fellowship Hall | 6:30 to 7:30am Be a part of the Immanuel Men’s Group! Guys from our church, school, and community gather on the First and Third Thursday morning of each month from 6:30 to 7:30am for strong coffee, a tasty breakfast, and God’s Word to start their day off right. Our men’s ministry is always happy to welcome guests and new regular attenders too. In addition to Thursday…
Assimilation Meeting
Assimilation Board Monthly Meeting 6:00 pm on the First Tuesday of Each Month | Assimilation Meeting Immanuel’s Board of Assimilation meets monthly to plan ministry and activities designed to welcome newcomers, connecting them to our mission, ministry and church family. Our Assimilation Meeting is normally held on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Are you interested in learning more about the Assimilation Board at Immanuel? Contact the head of the Assimilation Board, Becky Wuerdeman. Contact the Church…
Elders Meeting
Caring For People, Faithfully Serving Elders Meeting | 7:00 pm on the First Tuesday of the month The Elders of Immanuel Lutheran Church assist the pastor in providing for the spiritual welfare of the congregation and also in assuring that the whole Word of God is faithfully proclaimed, and that the Sacraments are rightly administered. The Board of Elders meets monthly to discuss matters related to worship, the mission of the congregation, and to provide support for the pastor, ministry staff…