Immanuel News and Events
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News
Position Available Director of Christian Education
Immanuel UMC in Camillus is looking for a Director of Christian Education for the 2019-20 school year. This is a 20 hour per week position whose responsibilities include coordinating Immanuel’s Sunday School and youth programs. The position requires a strong faith in Christ and an understanding of the church’s mission and ministry. Please send your resume to: Immanuel UMC PO Box 335 Camillus NY 13031 Attn: SPRC Or email to churchofthebells@gmail.com Application deadline is August 15, 2019 Summer "Lawn Chair Worship" at the 8:30 AM Service 
Starting on June 30th and running through Labor Day weekend (weather permitting) we will be holding our 8:30 am Sunday worship service on our beautiful outdoor patio. So, pack your lawn chairs and join us for worship. In the event of inclement weather, the service will be moved inside to the Fireside Room.
The 10 AM service will be held in the Sanctuary as usual. Immanuel Pitches in to Repair Stairs for Members July 9, 2019 -
A group from Immanuel shared their carpentry skills by repairing a set of stairs at a member's home. Thanks to all for giving in this way!
Immanuel at the Upper New York Conference Annual Session
Mike Block Named Evangelism Award Winner 
May, 2019
Mike Block, a member of our Immanuel congregation, has been selected to receive this year's Harry Denman Evangelism Award for laity. This is a significant award in the life of our denomination and conference. The Harry Denman Evangelism Award, sponsored by The Foundation for Evangelism, was established to honor United Methodists in each annual conference whose exceptional ministry of evangelism - expressed in Word (what), Sign (why), and Deed (how) - brings people into a life-transforming relationship with Jesus Christ. Evangelism happens in many contexts and many settings; impacts and engages all generations; and requires relationship among a variety of persons. What distinguishes a Harry Denman Evangelism Award recipient is the commitment to consistently introduce others to the Good News of Jesus Christ in all ministry settings. Their ministry is exceptional for the number of new Christ Followers who credit encounters with this person as critical in helping to start or reignite their faith journey. Congratulations Mike! Julie Newell is Jessie Hillman Award Recipient 
May, 2019
Julie Newell, an Immanuel charter member and SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor at SUNY Fredonia, received the Jessie Hillman Award for excellence from the Hillman Memorial Music Association. The award recognizes Julie for her dedication to the teaching profession, including 29 years at Fredonia in the voice area, fostering the development of singers and artists, directing the opera program and producing the annual Hillman Opera for 26 years. Julie has lived her faith for many years by helping others learn and achieve musical excellence. Congratulations Julie! Confirmation Sunday, May 19th Six of our youth were confirmed in faith and were welcomed into our congregation as unique children of God. Congratulations to all and thank you to Carol, Pastor Jack, Pastor Pam, Pastor Russ, the parents, mentors and all those who supported our children.
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Lenten Mission Project Supports Local Food Pantry 
Our Lenten mission project this year supported our community food pantry at St. Joseph's church. We collected 139 "red bags" of food for the pantry along with $688 in monetary donations! Thank you to all who contributed!
Currently the food pantry is in need of condiments (especially ketchup and mustard), tomato soup, spaghetti sauce, coffee, apple juice, bread mixes, canned fruit, snacks, diapers (size 2 or bigger), shampoo, toothpaste, paper towels and gallon-sized storage bags. |
Events and Projects
Summer Fun in the Son Program
CANCELLED Due to our low registration numbers, we are cancelling Summer Fun Week. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at (315) 487-1171
11th Annual Mini Golf Tournament - August 10th 
Mark your calendars! The 11th annual mini golf tournament to benefit missions will be held Saturday morning, August 10th. Registration is at 8:30 am with a shotgun start at 9 AM. The entry fee is $10 per person which includes a brunch at the church following the tournament. You can download a registration form that can be printed using your computer by clicking here.
This is always a fun family event so plan on attending. Contact Shelly Dawson Smith with questions. The Sunday Meal Ministry 
.....An ongoing ministry at Immanuel
We have undertaken a ministry of delivering a meal once a month to our friends who aren’t able to attend worship each week. If you know someone who would like to receive a meal or if you would like to participate, please see Pastor Jack or Pam. The Shoe Ministry 
.....An ongoing ministry at Immanuel
We are collecting "gently used" shoes and sneakers that will be delivered to "Ralph the Shoe Guy" who owns Discount Shoe Repair in downtown Syracuse. Ralph refurbishes the shoes which may involve some polish or replacing the laces or soles. Then he gives the shoes to the Rescue Mission. Ralph started this ministry 6 years ago and it has grown from 60 pairs the first year to 15,465 pairs last year! Ralph donates his time and supplies however he will accept cash to help defray the cost of the supplies. Last year Immanuel donated 75 pairs and so far this year we donated 47 pairs. So let's help Ralph and the Rescue Mission with this ministry! The donation box is in the Narthex. Any questions ask Shelley Dawson Smith. |
