HEALTH AND HEALING CONCERNS FOR:
Jean Swarthout, Nancy McReynolds, Sally Barr, Melanie Richardson, Helen Engstrom, Helen Shotwell-Jones,
Marcy Nelson
Evergreen Terrace: Dorothy Burch, Bill and Flo Pemberton
The Brook: Marcy Nelson
Mission Point: Ann Bird
Homebound: Leroy Larson
Dennis Greene family
Rev. Kristine Hahn & family
Leroy Larsen & family
Bruce Dilg & family
Don Nelson family
Mary Sutherland family
NOTE: Please call the church office (231) 796-8273 in case of an emergency. The referral will be passed on to a leader of the church.
Resources from our North/West Lower Michigan Synod
1. Sunday sermons by our Synod staff will be available Sunday
afternoons on the Synod YouTube.
2. On the same Synod YouTube homepage you can view the
seminars on racial justice given by our Synod.
Office Update: Our office hours have reverted back to 9am-4pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (closed on Monday) to allow for more ample training time for Linda and Cindi to work together to familiarize themselves with all of our programs (Cindi is only able to work Tuesdays and Thursdays). The hope is that once both are equally proficient in all aspects of the office work, the office schedule can again be returned to Monday through Thursday. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and are extremely grateful for your understanding during this transitional time!
Building/Grounds Update: Looking for bids to replace/repair the outdoor lights. The dishwasher was repaired, a new one was in the $7,000 range. We should be able to get another 4-5 years out of our current one. We will be actively searching for roofing estimates in 2025.
Monthly Matinees: with Barbara Pillsbury
Announcing an opportunity for fun and fellowship!
Over the years, may of us have enjoyed the expertise of Barbara Pillsbury regarding vintage/classic films, and she has graciously agreed to share her extensive collection with us. Working with Swank Motion Pictures, Barbara has secured copyright licensing for each film she will feature!
Where: Immanuel Lutheran Church, either in the Fellowship Hall, or when available, the Tuba Bach wall area in the sanctuary.
When: The Third Thursday of each month, beginning at 3:00 p.m. sharp. Featured film for March 20th will be "Me and My Gal", starring Judy Garland and Gene Kelly.
Cost: Free to those attending, there will be opportunities to sponsor specific films to defray the cost of licensing. Popcorn and
lemonade will be served!
Barbara has chosen films for the entire next year-----watch for a list posted in the Fellowship Hall, or brochures that will be
available soon.
Announcing an opportunity for fun and fellowship!
Over the years, may of us have enjoyed the expertise of Barbara Pillsbury regarding vintage/classic films, and she has graciously agreed to share her extensive collection with us. Working with Swank Motion Pictures, Barbara has secured copyright licensing for each film she will feature!
Where: Immanuel Lutheran Church, either in the Fellowship Hall, or when available, the Tuba Bach wall area in the sanctuary.
When: The Third Thursday of each month, beginning at 3:00 p.m. sharp. Featured film for March 20th will be "Me and My Gal", starring Judy Garland and Gene Kelly.
Cost: Free to those attending, there will be opportunities to sponsor specific films to defray the cost of licensing. Popcorn and
lemonade will be served!
Barbara has chosen films for the entire next year-----watch for a list posted in the Fellowship Hall, or brochures that will be
available soon.
The Social Concerns Committee is supporting Brookside Elementary School with needed supplies throughout this year. To start we are donating art and school supplies that have been stored downstairs. There will be a collection box in the Narthex if you would like to donate to this project. Brookside School remains in need of small sized personal use items such as Kleenex, toothpaste, mouth wash, tooth brushes, surface wipes, sanitizer.. Brookside School has asked for boy's and girl's underwear sizes appropriate for grade school age kids as well as socks, hats, mittens and scarves.
Marc
Blood Pressure Checks will be as needed.
March is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Traumatic brain injury occurs when an external mechanical force causes brain dysfunction such as a severe blow to the head or a bullet wound. Mild symptoms can occur immediately or days or weeks after the traumatic event. Possible symptoms include loss of consciousness, confusion or disorientation, loss of memory or concentration, headache, nausea and vomiting, loss of balance, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. It's best to have a physician examine a person who has had a recent head trauma.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine, whereas rectal cancer is cancer of the last several inches of the colon - together they are called colorectal cancers. Most cases of colorectal cancer start as harmless clumps of cells or polyps which later can become cancerous. This is why colonoscopy is recommended - to check for polyps and remove them before they can become colon cancer. When was your last colonoscopy?
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a nervous system disease that affects the brain and spinal cord by damaging the myelin sheath (material covering and protecting nerve cells). This damage can include visual disturbances, muscle weakness, balance and coordination problems, sensations such as numbness or "pins and needles", and thinking and memory problems. It may be an autoimmune disease, where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body. MS occurs more in women than men. There is no cure, but medication, physical and occupational therapy can help to control some of the symptoms.
March is Intellectual Disability (Mental Retardation) Month.
This is a disorder which appears early in life; it includes a component relating to mental functioning and also a component relating to being able to function in one's own environment. There may be delays or difficulties in oral language development, memory and social skills, problem-solving skills, and self-help ability. Possible causes include genetics, fetal alcohol syndrome, problems during pregnancy, lack of oxygen at birth, exposure to infectious disease or to toxins (lead and/or mercury), and iodine deficiency.
When one visits his/her health care provider, one's VITAL SIGNS will be checked; they include temperature, blood pressure, heart rate (pulse), respiratory rate, and now the 5th vital sign, PAIN (which is usually rated on a scale of 1 to 10, one being the least and 10 the most). Vital signs can vary with age, weight, gender and overall health. Blood oxygenation saturation may also be monitored.
Blood Pressure Checks will be as needed.
March is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Traumatic brain injury occurs when an external mechanical force causes brain dysfunction such as a severe blow to the head or a bullet wound. Mild symptoms can occur immediately or days or weeks after the traumatic event. Possible symptoms include loss of consciousness, confusion or disorientation, loss of memory or concentration, headache, nausea and vomiting, loss of balance, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. It's best to have a physician examine a person who has had a recent head trauma.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine, whereas rectal cancer is cancer of the last several inches of the colon - together they are called colorectal cancers. Most cases of colorectal cancer start as harmless clumps of cells or polyps which later can become cancerous. This is why colonoscopy is recommended - to check for polyps and remove them before they can become colon cancer. When was your last colonoscopy?
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a nervous system disease that affects the brain and spinal cord by damaging the myelin sheath (material covering and protecting nerve cells). This damage can include visual disturbances, muscle weakness, balance and coordination problems, sensations such as numbness or "pins and needles", and thinking and memory problems. It may be an autoimmune disease, where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body. MS occurs more in women than men. There is no cure, but medication, physical and occupational therapy can help to control some of the symptoms.
March is Intellectual Disability (Mental Retardation) Month.
This is a disorder which appears early in life; it includes a component relating to mental functioning and also a component relating to being able to function in one's own environment. There may be delays or difficulties in oral language development, memory and social skills, problem-solving skills, and self-help ability. Possible causes include genetics, fetal alcohol syndrome, problems during pregnancy, lack of oxygen at birth, exposure to infectious disease or to toxins (lead and/or mercury), and iodine deficiency.
When one visits his/her health care provider, one's VITAL SIGNS will be checked; they include temperature, blood pressure, heart rate (pulse), respiratory rate, and now the 5th vital sign, PAIN (which is usually rated on a scale of 1 to 10, one being the least and 10 the most). Vital signs can vary with age, weight, gender and overall health. Blood oxygenation saturation may also be monitored.
Shepherd's Hooks & Needles
Social Concerns committee is undertaking a joint program with Manna Pantry beginning with the month of April You will see that a calendar is attached showing an entire year with a different product listed for each month. The focus will last for entire month. there is a tote near the office for donations. Bonnie Clark asked that we be cautious not to donate outdated products. Let's all lend a helping hand to Manna Pantry.
MARCH Tuna
APRIL Macaroni or spaghetti & sauce
MAY Canned pasta
JUNE Pork & beans / black beans
JULY Boxed mac & cheese
AUGUST Canned green beans
SEPTEMBER Canned corn
OCTOBER Canned carrots
NOVEMBER Cranberry sauce & boxed dressing
DECEMBER Canned tomatoes
Project Starburst - Hello members. Due to a curious set of circumstances, I was selected to join the board of Project Starburst. I know that Immanuel has had a long-term relationship with Manna Pantry, so I hope we can support both. both pantries provide a similar service with Starburst doing a bit more than just food including diapers and personal hygiene items. So just like there are certain items for Manna, here is a list of items for Starburst. I hope you will consider contributions for both.
MARCH Fruit (any kind)
APRIL Macaroni & Cheese
MAY Spaghetti Sauce
JUNE Vegetables (any canned)
JULY Juice
AUGUST Peas
SEPTEMBER Mushroom Soup
OCTOBER Sweet potatoes
NOVEMBER Gravy
DECEMBER Instant mashed potatoes
MARCH Fruit (any kind)
APRIL Macaroni & Cheese
MAY Spaghetti Sauce
JUNE Vegetables (any canned)
JULY Juice
AUGUST Peas
SEPTEMBER Mushroom Soup
OCTOBER Sweet potatoes
NOVEMBER Gravy
DECEMBER Instant mashed potatoes
