Sunday, May 5, 2008

E-CONNECT – VISITOR CLASS

This class is for visitors to become more acquainted with Emmanuel, take a tour, and meet a Pastor. We meet the first Sunday of each month at 8:45 a.m. at Door 1. A continental breakfast is served.

FIVE FRIENDS

Pray for your five friends! We encourage you to pick five friends who are not yet followers of Christ and make a commitment to pray for them every day.

ANOINTING SERVICE

This morning we have a portion of our service designated for prayer and anointing. James 5:13-16 says, "Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective." Anyone who has a prayer need is welcome to come forward and receive prayer. The person praying will place a small amount of oil on your forehead as they pray. The people praying for others are official and recognized Staff, Elders, Deacons, Life Group leaders, and Altar Workers. We ask that only those people pray for others during the anointing time.

ATTENTION PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS

Jesus loves children and adults with special needs. Just in case the person in your care has difficulty sitting quietly in the sanctuary we have created comfortable places around our foyers where today’s service can be viewed on television screens. Please take advantage of these places and continue to worship with us.

PARENTS OF PRODIGALS SUPPORT GROUP

This is a support group for parents who have children that are not walking with God. We will meet on Saturday, May 17, at 5:30 p.m. for a BBQ at Gaylen & Janice Worthley’s house. Bring your own meat to grill and a dish to share. This will be our last meeting until September. Call Gaylen & Janice at 763-493-5009 or Don & Sharon Van Cleave 651-780-4022 for directions and details.

TIME OF YOUR LIFE AGES 55+

Time of Your Life will be going to the Como Park Conservatory on Tuesday, May 13. The coach bus will leave the church at 9:00 a.m. We will also go to the Como Park Pavilion for coffee, rolls and Kozlak’s Restaurant for lunch. If you prefer, you may stay at the pavilion while others are in the conservatory and we will pick you up on the way to Kozlak’s. The cost is $20. For more information and to sign up, please go to the Event Registration Counter by Door 2 today.

MOSAIC - TWINS VS. RED SOX GAME

On Saturday, May 10, all young adults (18-30) are invited to join us. The cost is $11/person for general admission. We have 30 tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis. You must register and pre-pay to attend. On Saturday, May 10, at 4:00 p.m. we will meet at the church at Door 1 to take vans/carpool to the Metrodome. Please stop by the Event Registration Counters 2 or 3 to register. Contact Katrina at ext. 778 or katrinawood@emmanuelcc.org for more information or questions.

JCK KID’S CAMP “SUPERNATURAL TREASURE” REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, May 12

June 16-20 at Lake Geneva. All kids going into 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade are invited. This is a time your child will always “TREASURE.” Fundraising opportunity available. Please call Amanda at ext. 721 or stop by the Children’s Booth for more information

KID’S CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS

Because of your generosity we were able to send many kids to camp last year that otherwise would not have been able to go. If you would like to bless a child this year, please mark your envelope “Kid’s Camp.”

NEW SERMON SERIES IN JCP

On Wednesday, May 7, at 7:00 p.m. we will begin a three-week sermon series for students in grades 6-12 called, "Sex Secrets." In this series they will learn about God's plan for their sexuality. Please encourage your student to attend.

GRADUATION

• Open house for Jonathan Chaddock on Saturday, May 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at 2331-112th Ln NW in Coon Rapids. Call 763-757-3463 if you have questions or need directions. • We will recognize graduates on Sunday, June 8, during the 10:30 a.m. service. There will also be a luncheon at 12:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall sponsored by Mosaic for the graduate and their immediate family. Please RSVP for the luncheon to Katrina at ext. 778 or katrinawood@emmanuelcc.org. • If you would like to put your High School Graduate's Open House in the bulletin, please call Jennifer at ext. 714 or send an email to jenniferroos@emmanuelcc.org.

JCP YOUTH SUMMER CAMP "OVERDRIVE"

Mark your calendars for Overdrive! Our annual youth summer camp is open to students in grades 6-12 and will take place on August 7-10 at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria. Early cost is $130/ per person. Registration forms will be available soon.

WOMEN @ EMMANUEL

Introducing Hannah’s Circle – Prayer for Women suffering with infertility.

Every woman has a dream of what she wants in her life. When the plan includes children and they fail to come, those dreams come crashing down. Hannah’s Circle is a group of Christian women who have walked the painful path of infertility. They meet monthly for prayer and support – seeing hope renewed and prayers answered. For more information pick up a brochure at the Ministry Information Board at Door 1, visit the website http://web.mac.com/hannahscircle, or call Janice Leisner 763-843-5549.

Women on the Move - Join the adventure and meet other women who love the outdoors. Pre-registration required at the Event Registration Counters. • May 10 - Kayaking at the Wargo Nature Center, Cost: Anoka County Park pass: $5/ per day, single seat kayak: $10/ per hour, tandem kayak: $15/ per hour • June 13 – 15 - Camping (biking, hiking) at Pathfinder Village in Hinckley, Cost: $20/ per person (Must prepay when you register at the Event Registration Counter by Door 2). Limited to 15 participants. • July 12 - Bicycle ride at Cannon Trail in Cannon Falls

SPRING EVENT

Brunch+Style Show+Susie Larson+You Saturday,May 17, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tickets on sale today at the Event Registration Counter for $15. Seating is limited.

RECOVERY MINISTRY

Recovery Ministries meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in Room 209. Childcare is available; must pre-register your child by calling Nohemi at ext. 754.

MEN’S BREAKFAST

Join us on Saturday, May 10, at 8:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for food and fellowship. All men are welcome. We meet the second Saturday of each month; please sign up at the Event Registration Counter after second service on Sundays.

SPECIAL TOUCH MINISTRIES

This summer there will be a five day get away to minister to people with physical or mental disabilities. For registration information or to volunteer at this retreat go to www.specialtouch.org.