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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.  
Upcoming Zoom gatherings...

Another baking day! Sun 8/23 at noon
Learn to make raspberry truffles
 
We will gather for another fun afternoon to learn how to make raspberry truffles. Guess what? It takes just four ingredients to make something so delicious: freeze dried raspberries, dark chocolate melting wafers, white chocolate melting wafers, and heavy whipping cream (see photo for example ingredients). Start gathering these four items to be ready for the day. All ingredients can be found at most grocery stores (Target, Fred Meyer, Trader Joe’s). Here are links to the products at Fred Meyer: raspberries, dark chocolate, white chocolate, cream.
We hope to see you on Zoom right here at Noon on Sunday, Aug 23. Invite a friend!

Book Group, Sun 8/30 at 6:30 pm
Educated by Tara Westover 

This memoir has been popular with book groups and is readily available used or by library download. The FILC Book Group will discuss it on Sunday 8/30 at 6:30 pm at this link  
Educated by Tara Westover: Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. Her family was so isolated from mainstream society that there was no one to ensure the children received an education, or to intervene when violence arose. Tara's quest for knowledge transformed her, taking her as far as Harvard and Cambridge. 

Movie Chat - Monday 8/31 at 7 pm 
Malcolm X  or Who Killed Malcolm X

Movie group will gather on 8/31 to discuss the life of Malcolm X. Two options for your video research:
Malcolm X (1992)  Directed by Spike Lee, a biographical epic of the influential Black Nationalist leader, from his early life to his activism as a member of the Nation of Islam. Stream on various sites for a small fee. Trailer here
Who Killed Malcolm X? 2020 Netflix mini-series, 6 episodes  Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice. Trailer here  
Watch one or both on your own, then sign into Zoom at 7 PM on Monday 8/31 to discuss—Zoom link here.

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In response to Covid-19, all in-person gatherings are on hold for now, but we are staying in touch. 

Join us for Worship by Zoom, Sundays at 10 AM -- this is our summer worship time -- details & links are frequently updated on this home page.

To receive regular church updates, subscribe to our weekly Enews on this page. Call the pastors for a church directory to stay in touch with others. Pastors' meditations & weekly devotions are posted under the "Get Inspired" tab.

Our congregation would like to pray for you. Send prayer requests or join our prayer chain by emailing to firstimmanuelprayers@gmail.com 
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God bless and keep you in courage, health and hope.     Pastors Aaron & Melinda 

Please note that during the summer we worship at 10 AM (June-July-August)
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SUNDAY WORSHIP at 10 AM
Zoom link opens at 9:45
Stay after for virtual coffee hour 

We will 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 Trouble with Zoom? Call the pastors for a test run.

Hymns & liturgy will appear on Zoom screen, or you may download them here: Service bulletin for August 16 here
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Recent sermons:
Pr Melinda's sermon for July 26 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for July 19 here
Pr Joan Beck's sermon for July 12 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for July 5 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for June 28 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for June 21 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for June 14 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for June 7 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for May 31 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for May 24 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for May 17 here
Pr Melinda's sermon May 10 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for May 3 here
(Also available under "Get Inspired" tab)
Strolling through the leafy neighborhood, on your bicycle, by streetcar or auto, we're located in a pedestrian friendly area.  Whatever your mode or style,  we're excited to welcome you to  First Immanuel, come as you are!  
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2020 Endowment Application
ADDRESS
1816 NW IRVING ST
PORTLAND, OR. 97209
503.226.3659
office@firstimmanuelluth.org

Our usual schedule:

WORSHIP with Holy Communion 
every Sunday at 10 AM  (in summer)
followed by coffee hour

During the school year:
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)  
 "A Welcoming Community, Centered in Christ's Love, Joyfully Reaching Out Together"