Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and School |
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"Emanuel, God With US. Praise God." This is the theme for the 150th Anniversary of Emanuel. For the past year and a half, the Anniversary Committee has been planning several events to help celebrate this milestone in Emanuel's history. Sunday, October 28th The Committee would like to thank all of the people who helped in any way with the services on Heritage Sunday, October 28. The day began with a 9:15 AM service, conducted by Rev. Daniel Heuer. Later at 1:00 PM, a second service was conducted by Rev. Joel Sund. Both of these pastors are sons of the congregation. Following the 9:15 AM service, a pork chop dinner (free will offering) was served in the Activity Center and displays were available in the Fellowship Hall of the church and on the church grounds. The church, school and SONshine House (former parsonage) were open for touring.  Saturday September 22 at the Emanuel School Activity Center An Evening with the Golden Strings and Community Strings 5:15 - 6:00 PM - Seating 6:00 - 7:00 PM - Banquet Meal 7:00 - 9:00 PM - Golden Strings and Community Strings Ticket Prices: $30.00 per ticket Sunday, September 23rd An anniversay observance, Celebration Sunday, was held with Rev. Kenneth Klaus, speaker of the Lutheran Hour, preaching the sermon at the 8:30 and 11:00 am services. Refresments were served in the Activity Center following each service.  Anyone wishing to make a donation in honor of the 150th Anniversary or in memory of a loved one may do so to one of the following funds: Emanuel Narthex Fund, Emanuel Improvement Fund, or the 150th Anniversary Fund. Contributions may be sent to the Church or placed in the Sunday collection. The address is: Emanuel Lutheran Church c/o The Anniversary Committee 18175 County Road 50 Hamburg, MN 55339 For a look at five photos that span the history of Emanuel, click the historical photo gallery. |