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Events
Sep 21, 2019
POWERwalk Service
Saturday Power Walk 3.0 Join us on Saturday Evenings for our Power Walk Service at 6:00 pm. In this weekly Saturday service, we study God’s Word as we take a walk through the Bible together and enjoy some contemporary music along with prayer, praise and preaching! On the 4th Saturday of each month we enjoy live Gospel-style music by some of our own very talented musicians. Come check it out—bring someone! We are currently “walking” through the book of Genesis.…
Sep 22, 2019
Sunday Services
Join Us Sunday Immanuel has two Sunday Services for your convenience, at 8:00am and 10:30am. Worship lasts about an hour, and is held in a traditional worship space with organ-led hymns and liturgies as well as bold Bible-based preaching from our pastor, Rev. Greg Mech. Projected readings, lyrics and more are a helpful modern convenience. What to Expect Have you been to Immanuel before? If not, check out What To Expect and get answers to your questions about parking, worship…
Sep 22, 2019
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…
Sep 22, 2019
Kids Ministry
Listen! God is Calling 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 every Sunday morning, beginning at 9:15 am with great snacks, activities, crafts, and fun…
Sep 22, 2019
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…
Sep 23, 2019
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…
Sep 24, 2019
Ministry Staff Meeting
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.
Sep 25, 2019
Ruth Guild
Sewing Group Meeting The Immanuel Ruth Guild has been active for decades, meeting on Wednesday mornings to complete various sewing and quilting tasks. Some bring their own projects to work on. Others spend time making quilts and other handmade items to share with those in need. Would you enjoy being a part of the Ruth Guild? Join the ladies this week on Wednesday! They would love to have you.
Sep 25, 2019
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…
Sep 25, 2019
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…
Sep 26, 2019
Men’s Bible Breakfast
MEN’S BIBLE BREAKFAST Thursday Mornings at the Immanuel Youth Center | 6:30 to 7:30am Be a part of the Immanuel Men’s Group! Guys from our church, school, and community gather each Thursday morning 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 morning Bible Breakfasts, the Immanuel Men’s Group regularly gathers to…
Sep 26, 2019
Prayer Group
How Can We Pray for You? A small Prayer Group gathers weekly to pray for the needs of our church, school and community. Prayer requests are gathered from the church bulletin, and from folks contacting the church office throughout the week. Do you need prayer? Contact us, and this faithful group will lift you up in prayer to the One who hears and answers—Jesus Christ.
Sep 29, 2019
Fall Picnic
Kids Ministry Kick-Off and Fall Picnic Sunday, September 29, 2019 | Outdoor Fun Begins at 11:30 am We’ll have food, games and so much more, all under the “Big Top” here on our campus. This event is hosted by the Immanuel Board of Elders, Board of Christian Education, and the Immanuel Kids Ministry Team. The Elders will provide a variety of smoked meats, including baby-back ribs, bacon-wrapped chicken legs and bacon-wrapped shrimp! Bring a side dish to share. Call your…
Oct 1, 2019
Assimilation Meeting
Assimilation Board Monthly 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. Are you interested in learning more about Assimilation at Immanuel? Contact the head of the Assimilation Board, Janet Dowell (417-850-6775).
Oct 1, 2019
Elders Meeting
Caring For People, Faithfully Serving 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 and other workers in the church. The regular Elders Meeting is held…