Short Bio: I was born in Laredo, Texas, but grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. I toured in a rock band (playing synthesizer) from age 17 – 22. At 22, I experienced a spiritual awakening.  Before coming to Immanuel, I served for 10 1/2 years as Associate Pastor on the pastoral staff of College Park Church in…

Short Bio: Who am I; what am I called?  I’m the one the Landowgals call “momma clipdis”, I am the Blessed Bride of the late Big Bob, I’m my siblings “sissie” and my parents “most improved” ;), I’m both “Tante” and “Jammin’ Jenny” to all the young shine brites in my life, give me a…

Short Bio: I have been a part of Immanuel’s “church family” since I was 1 years old and am excited to now serve as the Office Administrator, Confirmation Leader and continue as the Director of Youth Activities!  Throughout my life, there have been many people who have helped guide me in my faith journey; the…

Short Bio: Beverly has been serving as an organist and church musician since a young age starting at her family’s church in Philadelphia. She is an independent music teacher, organist and active accompanist. Beverly attended Philadelphia College of Performing Arts and received her Pedagogy Certification from Silver Lake College. She is an active member of…

Short Bio:  I grew up in a small town called Wauconda, which is in the northwest suburbs of the Chicagoland area. I started going to a United Church of Christ church when I was six. I eventually became a member after I was confirmed at St. Peter United Church of Christ. After graduating from college, I…

Short Bio:  The winds are changing down in J.A.M. Time as we welcome our first male Director of Children’s Ministries, Mitch Schleif! Mitch brings to this position a heart of service, a desire to grow in the Scriptures alongside the children, and a challenge to other dad’s and men in our congregation to help shepherd…

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Short Bio: Hello! My name’s Elise and I’m the new/old youth director at Immanuel. While I “semi-retired” from the role in 2018 after spending 7 years leading the group, I’m so excited to be back again after a 5 year break. I really love exploring complicated and interesting topics with our teens, helping them figure…