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We are a Reconciling in Christ congregation. Together, in our diversity, we seek to embrace the love of God and welcome ALL people in Christ Jesus.  
Space available to rent: FILC is eager to welcome a new ministry partner
First Immanuel has contracted with Norris & Stevens Inc. to find a new nonprofit, ministry partner to occupy the lower level of Sodergren Hall. We have 3,478 square feet of light-filled space just waiting for the right match―feel free to spread the word to family, friends and colleagues! See the online listing here and the full brochure here.

Forum on Sundays 9:15 via zoom 
Everything Happens for a Reason: And Other Lies I’ve Loved by Kate Bowler
Jump into a short 4-week series on a truly great book!  Join us by zoom on Sunday mornings May 8 to May 29, 9:15-10 AM at this Zoom link (Meeting ID: 779 9370 1820, Passcode: P83zhU).  
Synopsis: Kate Bowler is a Duke Divinity School professor studying the prosperity gospel, which sees fortune as a blessing from God and misfortune as a mark of God’s disapproval. At thirty-five, everything in her life seems to point toward “blessing”– job, marriage, newborn son. Then she is diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. What does it mean to die, she wonders, in a society that insists everything happens for a reason? Kate is stripped of this certainty only to discover that without it, life is hard but beautiful in a way it never has been before. 
*Please Use Zoom Link for Live Worship*

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Join us for Hybrid Worship on Sundays at 11 AM during the school year -- details & links are frequently updated on this home page. To receive regular church updates, subscribe to our weekly E-news on this page. 

SUNDAY WORSHIP AT 11 AM
(Summer schedule: 10 AM in June, July, August) 
We offer hybrid worship, in which some people worship in person and others join simultaneously online via Zoom. 

TO WORSHIP IN PERSON:
For worship in the church sanctuary, we are able to welcome participants who are vaccinated, masked and distanced. We can provide free N95 or KN95 masks. Please consult the health protocols detailed to the right on this page. There is plenty of room for you!

TO WORSHIP ONLINE VIA ZOOM:
Zoom link opens 15 minutes early
Phone option available
Stay after for virtual coffee hour 
Each week we celebrate Holy Communion together (please have ready some form of bread and wine/juice). ​On Sunday morning, CLICK THIS LINK to join the Zoom worship. To phone in for audio only, dial 253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 733 824 909, Password: 891242.  Hymns & liturgy will appear on Zoom screen, or you may download them:
Worship bulletin for Sunday, May 22 here

Summer Worship happens at 10 AM starting June 5
On Sunday, June 5, we begin our 10 AM summer worship schedule, which continues through the end of August. See you bright and early this summer!
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​​More recent sermons:
Pr Aaron's sermon for May 22 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for May 8 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for May 1 here
Pr Melinda sermon for April 24 here
Pr Aaron Easter Sunday here
Pr Melinda Maundy Thursday here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Apr 3 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Mar 27 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Mar 20 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Mar 13 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Mar 6 here
Pr Melinda's Ash Wed sermon here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Feb 27 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Feb 20 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Feb 13 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Feb 6 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Jan 30 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Jan 23 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Jan 16 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Jan 9 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Jan 2 here
​(Also available under "Get Inspired" tab)​
ADDRESS
1816 NW IRVING ST
PORTLAND, OR. 97209
503.226.3659
office@firstimmanuelluth.org

Our usual school-year schedule is below (currently on hold as we emerge from pandemic conditions):

WORSHIP with Holy Communion 
every Sunday at 11 AM  
followed by coffee hour
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SUNDAY SCHOOL for kids 3 & up 
MUSIC -- 9:45AM-10:00AM
CLASS -- 10:00AM-10:45AM 
CHILDREN'S CHOIR --10:00AM- 10:15AM
(Sodergren Hall building, 19th & Irving) 

ADULT CLASS   9:45AM-10:45AM 
(Sodergren Hall Library, 19th & Irving)  

FILC’s In-Person Worship Protocols 

As we gather for in-person services, First Immanuel leaders have prioritized keeping worshipers safe. Members of the Covid-19 Task Force have recently updated our health and safety protocols as follows.  
  • There is no longer any numerical attendance limit for worship.
  • All youth and adult worshipers are expected to be vaccinated. Unvaccinated children who can mask are welcome.
  • Masks are mandatory for the entire service. N95 or KN95 masks are recommended and provided free.
  • Seating arrangements align with social distancing.
  • For Communion, worshipers may choose an individual Communion kit or come forward to receive bread and wine in a "low-touch" manner.
  • Choir members will sing during worship (observing safety protocols) and congregation may sing while remaining masked.
  • Ushers will distribute bulletins and handle offering plates. Hymnals are available from ushers upon request.
  • No childcare or children's play bags will be available. 
  • Coffee hour is resuming on Easter Sunday, held outdoors when possible.
  • Restrooms are available for use.
The Covid Task Force will evaluate and adjust protocols, as needed. It is likely these practices will change as safety conditions improve and health recommendations are updated.

To confirm, members who prefer to attend Sunday services virtually will still be able to do so.

If you have any questions or concerns about in-person services, please contact Lauren Kim (laurenhhkim@gmail.com) or James Bash (jdwbash@yahoo.com).

FILC Covid-19 Task Force: Lauren Kim, Becky Shoemaker, Bobbi Varnes, Chia Stockwell, James Bash, Pastors Aaron Couch & Melinda Wagner
 "A Welcoming Community, Centered in Christ's Love, Joyfully Reaching Out Together"