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The Auction Committee helps Immanuel Lutheran Church to accomplish its mission of Equipping the Saints for Ministry by providing service opportunities for those who have the gifts of hospitality and administration. It also provides an avenue for those with the gifts of arts and crafts to donate an in-kind gift to support Immanuel’s ministry and provides 3rd source funding to provide equipment and programs for Immanuel Lutheran Church, School and ChildCare. The Auction Committee plans and executes the annual auction, held in February or March. Meetings begin in the fall of the year. Current chairs of the Auction Committee are Bob and Sally Denkert. |
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The Committee of Elders provides supervision and support for pastors in matters of spiritual authority, discipline, and public exercise of the Word and Sacraments. The Committee oversees elders and usher teams to make sure worship services are conducted in a proper manner. The Committee meets as needed at various locations for about 1-2 hours. To become an elder, a person must be a male member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Contact Head Elder Barry M. Weber. |
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The rack outside the Fellowship Hall is filled with fliers from various ministries. Please take time to look and see what resources are there for you. Contact the church office for more information. |
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Funeral Luncheon Coordination |
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Families that choose to have a loved one’s funeral at Immanuel can work with a funeral luncheon coordinator to facilitate the funerary meal. Ministers are always needed to help with the ordering and preparation of food: to serve, bake, and make salads/side dishes. Contact Judy Reich for more information. |
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Immanuel Lutheran Foundation |
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The Immanuel Lutheran Foundation of Brookfield, Wisconsin, Inc. helps Immanuel Lutheran Church accomplish its mission of Equipping the Saints for Ministry by providing giving opportunities for the mission and ministry of Immanuel Lutheran Church. The purpose of the Foundation is to operate and engage in activities relating to charitable, religious, and educational purposes of Immanuel, thus supporting Immanuel’s church mission and programs. The Foundation carries out its purposes through direct expenditures or by making distributions to Immanuel. The source of these distributions is from the assets of the Foundation. These assets are accumulated primarily from gifts, contributions, donations, and bequests. These funds are managed by a board of 7 members, including the President, Treasurer and Senior Pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church (ex-officio directors) and 4 members elected from the membership of Immanuel Lutheran Church (at-large directors). The 4 at-large directors are elected on an annual rotating basis by the Directors. Meetings are held quarterly at Immanuel and last between one and two hours. Contact Foundation President Dave Kroeninger for more information. |
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Member mailboxes are located in the hallway outside the church office. Each family is given a mailbox when they join Immanuel. Be sure to check your mailbox when you attend church, as there are many items put in it for your information. Contact the Church Office if you would like to assist with this ministry. |
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Mission and Ministry Council |
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The Mission and Ministry Council is the governing council of the Immanuel congregation. The Council establishes all policies and oversees the mission, budget, and plans of Immanuel. The Senior Pastor reports to the Council. Almost all business relating to the church goes through the Council. The Council provides vision, and the pastor oversees day-to-day operations. To be on the Council, a person must be a voting member of Immanuel. The Council meets once a month at Immanuel, for an average of three hours. Contact Vice President Barry M. Weber for more information. |
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This committee makes recommendations to the Mission and Ministry Council in the areas of personnel policies, salaries, and benefits. It is annually appointed by the Mission and Ministry Council for this task. To be considered for participation at the time of the annual appointment, contact the congregational president, Tim Brusseau. |
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Portals of Prayer, quarterly devotionals, are available inside the sanctuary on a rack just through the main doors. Contact the Church Office for more information. |
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Near the Welcome Desk and outside the gym are racks that hold pamphlets on various issues (i.e. divorce, marriage, raising children), available free for your use. Members interested in helping by ordering booklets from Lutheran Hour Ministries and keeping the racks filled should contact Eileen Margelofsky. |
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Having a wedding coordinator on hand to provide support is a major anxiety reliever for a bride and groom holding their wedding at Immanuel. Wedding coordinators ensure a smooth and joyful event as they facilitate the rehearsal and wedding ceremony. Coordinators must be Immanuel members and may wish to shadow an experienced coordinator when starting out. Coordinators track all of the important details, such as the arrangement of: dressing space for a bridal party at the church, the Unity Candle and flowers, photo and video, and the license and bulletins. They also direct ushers in their duties, guide members of the wedding party at the rehearsal, and plan seating of the bride and groom’s immediate families and the receiving line (if desired). Contact Kim Graf for more information. |
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Immanuel Engagement 
