Pre-Service
Join us on Sundays in prayer at 8 am in the 2-3 grade classroom.
July 27, 2025
Announcements
OCC Christmas in July
Today, we will have a table set up in the Community Room for you to drop off donated items for our shoebox ministry. You can also get information and ask questions about the OCC Shoebox Ministry or about the OCC Craft Group. We will also have baked goods for you to enjoy! Please stop by and say hi and get to know those involved in this ministry.
VBS 2025- Made to Magnify God!
Registration is now open! VBS is July 28-August 1, 5:30-8:00 p.m. for children who completed K-5.
Magnified! VBS will encourage kids to look closely at the details of God’s amazing world and magnify, or proclaim, the greatness of God.
Register via Church Center or www.immanuel-ny.com/2025-vbs.
Questions? Please email Sherry West at Sherry@immanuel-ny.com.
Members Meeting
We will hold a brief members' meeting after each service on August 3 to vote on Nate Claggett for the Associate Pastor position. Nate and his family will be joining us during VBS week. We encourage you to take the opportunity to get to know him!
**Urgent-Diapers Needed**
Alpha Pregnancy Care Center is reaching out to their church community asking for help with newborn and size 6 diapers.
Their supplies are running extremely low, and they would truly appreciate any donations you can send. If you could please drop the diapers off in the donation basket located in front of the church office, Paul Guenette will gladly take them to Alpha.
Alpha Pregnancy Care Center is reaching out to their church community asking for help with newborn and size 6 diapers.
Their supplies are running extremely low, and they would truly appreciate any donations you can send. If you could please drop the diapers off in the donation basket located in front of the church office, Paul Guenette will gladly take them to Alpha.
Faith That Works-Summer Bible Study
Join us this summer as we study the book of James and grow in our faith in Christ by demonstrating to others that our actions and words are rooted in our relationship with God through Jesus.
This is a five-week study that begins in August. You can join us on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 am (August 5 – September 2) or Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm (August 6 – September 3). Both sessions will be held at the church in the 4th/5th-grade classroom. Since space is limited, we encourage you to sign up now for either Tuesday morning or Wednesday evening. Each class is limited to 24 participants and covers the same Bible study.
Please sign up through the Church Center app or email kevinp@immanuel-ny.com.
Community Groups-Summer Break
Many of our Community Groups have started their summer breaks. Please stay updated through Church Center regarding meeting dates and times.
Download the Church Center App today!
Immanuel Picnic
Join us for a wonderful time of fellowship on August 23 from 1-5 pm at East Greenbush Town Park under the newly updated pavilion!
Burgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments, water, and chips will be provided. Please bring a side dish to share. We look forward to enjoying great company together!
Membership Candidates
Tom and Debbi Delisle have submitted membership covenants to join the Immanuel Church family. We are thankful to God for them and for their testimony of faith in Christ.
If you know of any reason they should not be admitted into membership, please speak to them over the next few weeks, in accordance with Matthew 18, and if the matter is not resolved, please see an elder.
If you consider Immanuel Church your faith family and are interested in becoming a member of our church or have any questions, please contact Pastor Brad or one of the elders, and we would be happy to answer them.
If you are curious about what membership means or about who we are and what we believe as a church, a great starting point would be to watch our Basic Immanuel videos. You can find them here: https://immanuel-ny.com/basic.
Join us this summer as we study the book of James and grow in our faith in Christ by demonstrating to others that our actions and words are rooted in our relationship with God through Jesus.
This is a five-week study that begins in August. You can join us on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 am (August 5 – September 2) or Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm (August 6 – September 3). Both sessions will be held at the church in the 4th/5th-grade classroom. Since space is limited, we encourage you to sign up now for either Tuesday morning or Wednesday evening. Each class is limited to 24 participants and covers the same Bible study.
Please sign up through the Church Center app or email kevinp@immanuel-ny.com.
Community Groups-Summer Break
Many of our Community Groups have started their summer breaks. Please stay updated through Church Center regarding meeting dates and times.
Download the Church Center App today!
Immanuel Picnic
Join us for a wonderful time of fellowship on August 23 from 1-5 pm at East Greenbush Town Park under the newly updated pavilion!
Burgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments, water, and chips will be provided. Please bring a side dish to share. We look forward to enjoying great company together!
Membership Candidates
Tom and Debbi Delisle have submitted membership covenants to join the Immanuel Church family. We are thankful to God for them and for their testimony of faith in Christ.
If you know of any reason they should not be admitted into membership, please speak to them over the next few weeks, in accordance with Matthew 18, and if the matter is not resolved, please see an elder.
If you consider Immanuel Church your faith family and are interested in becoming a member of our church or have any questions, please contact Pastor Brad or one of the elders, and we would be happy to answer them.
If you are curious about what membership means or about who we are and what we believe as a church, a great starting point would be to watch our Basic Immanuel videos. You can find them here: https://immanuel-ny.com/basic.
SERVING OPPORTUNITIES AT IMMANUEL
FOR EVEN THE SON OF MAN CAME NOT TO BE SERVED, BUT TO SERVE...Mark 10:45
FOR EVEN THE SON OF MAN CAME NOT TO BE SERVED, BUT TO SERVE...Mark 10:45
Security Team*
We invite you to join our Security Team!
We are seeking individuals who possess strong interpersonal skills, resilience, acute observation, sound judgment, and a compassionate demeanor. Your skills are essential in cultivating a secure and welcoming environment for learning, worship, and serving the church body.
Children’s Ministry*
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Children's Ministry team! Your time and talents can help shape the faith of young hearts. Serving in the Children's Ministry is a rewarding experience. You'll have the opportunity to share your love for God and make a positive impact on the next generation!
*Please be advised that a criminal background check is required. If you’d like to be part of our team, we can’t wait to hear from you!
Please sign up via Church Center-Opportunities to Serve.
We invite you to join our Security Team!
We are seeking individuals who possess strong interpersonal skills, resilience, acute observation, sound judgment, and a compassionate demeanor. Your skills are essential in cultivating a secure and welcoming environment for learning, worship, and serving the church body.
Children’s Ministry*
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Children's Ministry team! Your time and talents can help shape the faith of young hearts. Serving in the Children's Ministry is a rewarding experience. You'll have the opportunity to share your love for God and make a positive impact on the next generation!
*Please be advised that a criminal background check is required. If you’d like to be part of our team, we can’t wait to hear from you!
Please sign up via Church Center-Opportunities to Serve.
Giving
Stewardship Update
Last Week.........................$8,318.68
2025 YTD Giving.........$477,085.23
Budgeted Giving..........$439,362.30
2025 Budget................$761,561.00
Missions (Quarterly).......$29,757.06
Missions YTD..................$54,726.72
Last Week.........................$8,318.68
2025 YTD Giving.........$477,085.23
Budgeted Giving..........$439,362.30
2025 Budget................$761,561.00
Missions (Quarterly).......$29,757.06
Missions YTD..................$54,726.72
Serving the Church
Elders
Pastor Brad Guenther- brad@immanuel-ny.com
Pastor Kevin Post- kevinp@immanuel-ny.com
Kevin Booth- kevin@immanuel-ny.com
Josh Brown- josh@immanuel-ny.com
Kristopher Rexius- kristopher@immanuel-ny.com
Brian Wilson- brian@immanuel-ny.com
Pastor Kevin Post- kevinp@immanuel-ny.com
Kevin Booth- kevin@immanuel-ny.com
Josh Brown- josh@immanuel-ny.com
Kristopher Rexius- kristopher@immanuel-ny.com
Brian Wilson- brian@immanuel-ny.com
Deacons
Stas Kondracki-Lead Deacon
deacons@immanuel-ny.com
Stas Kondracki-Lead Deacon
deacons@immanuel-ny.com
-Matt Radewitz -Debbie Johnson
-Donna Dorsey -Tim Root
-Eric Ooms -Jon Premo
-Catherine Joy Ooms -Elizabeth Premo
Staff
-Donna Dorsey -Tim Root
-Eric Ooms -Jon Premo
-Catherine Joy Ooms -Elizabeth Premo
Staff
Dennis Young (Worship)- dennis@immanuel-ny.com
Laura Hickey (Administration)- laura@immanuel-ny.com
Sherry West (Youth & Children)- sherry@immanuel-ny.com
Laura Hickey (Administration)- laura@immanuel-ny.com
Sherry West (Youth & Children)- sherry@immanuel-ny.com
