Browse past events from Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin, Missouri. Looking back at past events helps us celebrate God’s faithfulness and the work He has done through this congregation since 1897. From special worship services to community outreach and school programs, past events at Immanuel reflect a church grounded in Christ, guided by grace, and growing to serve.
A History of Ministry Through Past Events
Immanuel Lutheran’s past events include seasonal worship services for Advent and Christmas, Lenten midweek services, Holy Week services, Easter celebrations, Vacation Bible School, youth retreats, and congregational milestones like our 125th anniversary in 2022. Past events also include community service projects, Comfort Dog ministry visits, Martin Luther School programs, LCMS Youth Gatherings, and District Lutheran gatherings across Missouri.
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High School Pizza And Netflix
Homemade Pizza And A Movie Sunday Evening, June 24 in the Immanuel Youth Center | 6:30 to 9:30pm The dough is rising — so come and add your toppings! Join other high school students as we gather for fellowship and a good movie together. After you add your toppings, we’ll slide your “pie” into the oven as we choose the movie of the week. Will it be superhero flick? A romantic comedy? Animated or live-action? Bring your friends along, and…
Summer Youth Get Together Week 2
In-Home Summer Youth Six different times this summer, Immanuel Youth will gather at the Glaskey house for Food-Friends-Faith time. All 6th-12th graders are invited to come and enjoy some time relaxing and catching up with friends on the patio, in the yard, and around the couch. We’ll savor a variety of summertime snacks and grow together in faith too. Bring a friend! Our Summer Youth Study series will begin to take us through the Bible’s New Testament, starting with the…
Summer Youth Get Together
In-Home Summer Youth Six different times this summer, Immanuel Youth will gather at the Glaskey house for Food-Friends-Faith time. All 6th-12th graders are invited to come and enjoy some time relaxing and catching up with friends on the patio, in the yard, and around the couch. We’ll savor a variety of summertime snacks and grow together in faith too. Bring a friend! Our Summer Youth Study series will begin to take us through the Bible’s New Testament, starting with the…
Bell Choir Rehearsal
Join the Handbell Choir Immanuel’s Handbell Choir meets at 6:00 pm on Wednesdays to rehearse for upcoming church services. Do you have rhythm or read music? We could use your willing heart and hands to be a handbell ringer. Experience not necessary. Learn More Join Immanuel’s Adult Choir What We Believe About Us at Immanuel Lutheran Worship With Us at Immanuel
MLS 8th Grade Graduation
Congrats To Our Graduates! 8th Grade Graduation | Monday, May 21, 2018 Martin Luther School is honored to have three eight grade students graduating this year. The ceremony and celebration will begin in the Church Sanctuary, and is open to all school families, church members and to the public, beginning at 6:00pm. A mission ministry of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin, Martin Luther School is a fully-accredited Christian Day School, serving students and their families from preschool through 8th grade.…
Woody’s Pizza School Fundraiser
Are you hungry? Come to Our School Fundraiser at Woody’s! Woody’s Wood-Fire Pizza on 7th Street has teamed up with Martin Luther School for some great food and fun. Come to our school fundraiser at Woody’s Pizza! On Tuesday, May 8th, 10% of ALL SALES will be given back to the school. This includes dine in, carry out and delivery. Woody’s Wood-Fire Pizza serves up delicious pizza, sandwiches, appetizers and more. They were awarded the “Best Pizza in Missouri” and…
MLS Spring Break
Martin Luther School On Break March 19 through March 23, 2018 Spring Break is here for Martin Luther School in Joplin, Missouri! Although the school offices will be closed, messages will be checked daily. We thank God for our teachers, staff, students, and families. We pray you’ll be able to use your time to rest, relax, and enjoy some family time. School resumes on Monday, March 26. See you then! Martin Luther School is now enrolling for Fall 2018. Learn…
Christ In The Passover Presentation
Jews For Jesus Presents “Christ In The Passover” Monday, March 19 | 6:30 pm | Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin, Missouri Jesus’ Last Supper was actually a Jewish Passover. In a presentation called “Christ in the Passover” David Randle of Jews for Jesus will re-create the traditional Passover service and explain how it foreshadowed Jesus’ death and resurrection. The event will be hosted at Immanuel Lutheran Church on Monday, March 19th at 6:30 PM. David Randle will set a table…
Sky Zone Youth Outing
Join Immanuel-Joplin Youth At Sky Zone Trampoline Park! Sunday, March 11, 2018 | 11:30 am to 6:00 pm | $20 per participant Join Immanuel Youth as they bounce at Sky Zone in Springfield! All youth in grades 6-12 and their friends are welcome. For just $20, students will receive a 1 1/2 hour bounce pass with bounce socks, as well as a “throwed-roll” meal afterward at Lambert’s Cafe! Church and school families are also invited. Younger kids can come along…
February Bible Institute
Suffering Servants, A Theme Throughout Scripture In this year’s Bible Institute Study Series, we will focus on the Biblical theme of Suffering Servants in order to demonstrate how the Old Testament foreshadows the events of the New Testament. This in-depth study is designed to help participants gain a deeper understanding of the Bible. Over the course of our three week Bible Institute Study, we will discover how the suffering servants are used throughout the Old Testament and in the New…
Ash Wednesday Services
Lent Begins On Ash Wednesday Join us on Wednesday, February 14 for the start of Lent. The Ash Wednesday Service marks the beginning of our 40-day journey with Jesus to the cross. The season of Lent serves not only as a time to meditate on the suffering that Christ endured on our behalf, but also as an opportunity to reflect upon our own Baptism and what it means to live as a child of God. Worship Service at 4:00 or 7:00…
Christmas Parade 2016
The Joplin Christmas Parade is coming up on Tuesday evening, December 13. Join us as we walk in the parade, and share the Good News along the way! Update: Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped build this year’s float! It was beautiful. We handed out more than 1000 treat bags, and couldn’t have done it without all of our helpers!