Mooring Line Dr. Updates
MEET OUR CHURCH COUNCIL
At last week’s Annual Meeting, we gave thanks for Tom Jackson and Marion Andrews as they completed their terms of service on the Church Council. We are grateful for their faithful leadership and dedication to Emmanuel.
We also welcomed and voted in two new Council members, Mike Hanson and Stephanie Fehr. You can read their bios here.
The Congregation Council provides general oversight of the life, finances, and activities of the congregation, with particular attention to our worship life. The Council is entrusted with ensuring that all decisions and actions align with the Word of God and the faith and practice of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
The Emmanuel Lutheran Church Council is committed to carrying out the mission of our congregation to the fullest. Together, we are a Christ-centered community where God’s Spirit transforms our lives as we worship, learn, love, share, and serve.
TOMORROW, FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 | 7:00 PM | BINGO NIGHT
Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! Join us for Bingo Family Night tomorrow, Friday, January 30, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM—a night designed for all ages to gather, connect, and enjoy time together.
Bring your family, invite a friend, and come ready for great fellowship, plenty of laughs, and maybe even a prize or two. It’s a wonderful opportunity to build community and create lasting memories in a welcoming, joyful setting.
This is a wonderful opportunity to build community, spend quality time together, and create lasting memories in a fun and welcoming environment.
Dinner will be provided. Please bring a small gift for prizes and a dessert to share.
We can’t wait to see you there!
THIS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1st - QUILT SUNDAY
Thanks to the dedication and generosity of our quilting ministry, 109 quilts were donated to Lutheran World Relief, extending warmth, comfort, and hope to people in need.
In addition to global outreach, our quilts and donations also supported local ministries, including St. Matthew’s House, high school graduates, baptisms, and special recognitions within our congregation.
How You Can Help?
To continue this important work, we are seeking:
Volunteers to help produce quilts
Join us in person or help by sewing quilt tops and backs at home
We meet Mondays, 9:30 AM–1:30 PM, November through April
Donate supplies, including:
Cotton fabric
Cotton crochet thread (various colors)
Financial donations
To help purchase batting and other necessary supplies (One roll of batting costs approximately $150)
A quilt-making demonstration will be set up in the Life Center on February 1, where you can see how
quilts are assembled and learn more about this meaningful ministry.
Together, stitch by stitch, we continue to share God’s love—locally and around the world.
2025 YEAR IN REVIEW
Please enjoy our 2025 Year in Review video, highlighting all that God has been doing in and through our Emmanuel community. This video celebrates the renovation of the Life Center, Community Room, bathrooms, hallways, and kitchen, the modular expansion at Emmanuel on Oil Well Road, and the addition of our new Music Director.
You’ll also see moments of fellowship, worship services, Back to School Drive, Radical Giving Event, Bible studies, and the many ways we continue to build community together. We give thanks for all that has been accomplished and for the faithful people who made it possible.
ATTEND A NEW MEMBER CLASS!
Are you interested in becoming a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church? We invite you to attend one of our upcoming New Member Classes to learn more about our congregation, our ministries, and what it means to be part of the Emmanuel community.
Class dates and times:
Thursday, February 5 at 4:00 PM
Thursday, February 12 at 7:00 PM
If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Julie at Julie@naplesemmanuel.org
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing more about life and ministry at Emmanuel!
FEBRUARY 8: THANK YOU SUNDAY FOR OUR WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS
Join us for Thank You Sunday as we celebrate and recognize all of our dedicated volunteers who help make Emmanuel a caring and generous church family. This special recognition includes those who serve in Sunday worship, special events, and office ministries, and we are truly grateful for the time and talents you share.
Each volunteer will be acknowledged and receive a small gift as a small token of our appreciation for the love and dedication you bring to your service at Emmanuel.
We are deeply thankful for all that you do!
JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB: FEBRUARY 9th
All are welcome to attend! Join us in Room 2 at 2:00 PM on February 9th as we discuss The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride.
Set in a small Pennsylvania town, this richly layered novel weaves together themes of community, justice, and compassion as long-buried secrets come to light. Through unforgettable characters and a powerful story, McBride invites readers to reflect on what it means to care for one another and to stand together in the face of injustice.
We hope you’ll join the conversation!
MUSIC MINISTRY OPEN HOUSE | FEBRUARY 11 | 7:00–8:30 PM
Join us on February 11 for a Music Ministry Open House and discover the many ways you can participate in the music ministry at Emmanuel. All are welcome—whether you’re here year-round, part-time, or just visiting.
Our Music Director, Raffaele Ponti, is eager to help you find a place to share your musical gifts. The evening will include an overview of opportunities to get involved, time to meet Raffaele, and light refreshments.
Click here to learn more about Raffaele Livio Ponti.
We hope you’ll join us for an evening of music, fellowship, and connection!
ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
Join us for Ash Wednesday worship on Wednesday, February 18, with services at 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM at Mooring Line Drive. The imposition of ashes will be part of each service as we begin our Lenten journey together.
All are welcome as we prepare our hearts for the season of Lent.