Sunday, November 2, marked the day for Immanuel Lutheran Church of South Chicago to celebrate her 135 year ministry, to give thanks and praise to God for God's steadfast love during those years, and to prepare to close her ministry at the end of 2008.
The Rev Dan Gilbert, Bishop of the Northern Illinois District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, preached the sermon and pronounced the benediction. Former resident pastor, James Foley, was assisting minister. Prs Don Gourlay and Stephen Knapp also participated in the service. Robert Burke, who has provided Word and Sacrament ministry for the past 5+ years,
presided at the Eucharist.
The Rev Dan Gilbert, Bishop of the Northern Illinois District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, preached the sermon and pronounced the benediction. Former resident pastor, James Foley, was assisting minister. Prs Don Gourlay and Stephen Knapp also participated in the service. Robert Burke, who has provided Word and Sacrament ministry for the past 5+ years,
presided at the Eucharist.
Pr Bob Burke, Pr Don Gourlay, Bsp Dan Gilbert, Pr Steve Knapp
About 80 people were present for this service, most of whom stayed for a luncheon that was provided for all who came, including long-time members Herman & Lille Eicke and Ruth Harsany, below.
As an act of gratitude to God, Immanuel presented checks of $6000 each to representatives of Walcamp and Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois, to assist in programs of those two institutions.
Among those responsible for arranging for the luncheon were Chris Arellano and her mother June Aseves, below.
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