A unique blend grounded in the Lutheran tradition but taking inspiration from other practices, nations and worship styles.
This service honors God through dance and singing accompanied by a variety of musical instruments, chanting, poetry and art.
Sundays
9:15-10:45 a.m. Nursery available for children 5 and under
9:30 a.m. Worship Service
9:25 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 -11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship / Art Gallery
10:45 a.m. Bible Study / Adult Education
Individuals & Singing Groups
Emmanuel Choir
Everyone interested is welcome to join the Emmanuel Choir.
The choir performs every other week, September thru June.
Rehearse at 7:00 p.m. every Wednesday
Choir Director: Tim Fenelon Keyboard: Linda Longardner
Earthen Vessels
Festive Fun Choir with guitars, drums, and vocalists.
Performs every other week during the church year.
Rehearse on specific Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
Director: Jim Roberts
Liturgical Dance
Sacred Spiral Dancers
Beauty, elegance, and Inner Peace through music is how people describe the Sacred Spiral Dancers. They perform approximately 4 times per year and on special occasions.
Rehearse Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
If you are interested in joining one of the choirs or would like to join the Sacred Spiral Dancers, please call the church office at 815-963-4815.
Mark Bond, Andrea Mahan & Tim Fenelon
Easter Sunday
Sound Engineering
We are trying to expand our sound crew - record the service on Sunday mornings. If anyone from Emmanuel is interested in learning how to work the sound equipment, please contact Rich Lundin at 815-885-9188. Professionals tell us that women have an exceptionally good ear for sound, so we'd also like to hear from some Emmanuel Women!