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FILC's Virtual Choir Cantata performance of Buxtehude's 'In Dulci Jublio' - Enjoy!

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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...

Forum Book Study: 
How to Be an Antiracist 
by Ibram X. Kendi
Saturdays 10-11 AM by Zoom
Join our Saturday morning book study of How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi. This important bestseller is being widely read by people who want to better understand Black Lives Matter and systemic racism. The author shares personal experiences to illustrate an honest, thorough examination of racist dynamics and what is necessary to oppose them. Join us Saturdays at 10 AM via this Zoom link.  Jan. 23 -- Chapter 16: Failure.

Movie Group, Monday 1/25 at 7 PM
For dog lovers: Pick of the Litter
Pick of the Litter follows five Labrador puppies from the moment they’re born and begin their quest to become Guide Dogs for the Blind, the ultimate canine career. Cameras follow these pups through a two-year odyssey, meeting along the way a community of dedicated individuals who train them to do life-changing tasks in service of their human. Only the best can make the cut. View movie trailer here. Watch the movie on your own (free on Netflix), then sign into Zoom at 7 PM on Monday, 1/25 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 11 AM during the school year -- details & links are frequently updated on this home page. To receive regular church updates, subscribe to our weekly Enews on this page. 

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

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SUNDAY WORSHIP at 11 AM
Zoom link opens at 10:45
Phone option available
Stay after for virtual coffee hour 

This Sunday, Jan. 31: Annual Meeting of the Congregation, after Worship at 12:30 PM
Use the same Zoom link we access for Sunday worship (see next paragraph). View our 2020 Annual Report here.

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 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 Jan 24 here

​​Recent sermons:
Pr Melinda's sermon for Jan 24 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Jan 17 ​here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Jan 10 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Jan 3 here
Pr Aaron's Christmas Eve sermon here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Dec 20 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Dec 6 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Nov 29 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Nov 8 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Oct 25 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Sept 27 here
Pr Joan Beck's sermon for Sept 20 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Sept 13 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Sept 6 here
Pr Melinda's sermon for Aug 16 here
Pr Aaron's sermon for Aug 9 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, join us for Zoom worship every Sunday!  
Parking Info
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 meet by Zoom until conditions change):

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)  
 "A Welcoming Community, Centered in Christ's Love, Joyfully Reaching Out Together"