Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran Church

Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran Church

About Us

We are a congregation that is comfortable with change, new people, and new ideas. We focus on applying the ancient stories of God’s love to our changing world. From a Sunday School that is bursting at the seams to an active Sr. Bible Study, Immanuel is an interesting and vital congregation.

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Our History

1883

People of Swedish Lutheran faith met at the German Lutheran Church to organize a church of their own in Eau Claire. Incorporation papers were filed for the Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Immanuel Congregation. The Ladies Aid Society was established and JE Hedberg, a seminary student, served as the first pastor.

1886

The Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Immanuel Congregation held services in a church on the corner of Oxford Avenue and Beach Street. Bible School was held for the first time.

1927

The congregation changed its name to Immanuel Lutheran Church of Eau Claire.

1931

Immanuel Lutheran Church purchased the First Methodist Episcopal Church on the corner of Farwell and Lake Streets in downtown Eau Claire.

1963

Immanuel Lutheran Church became a member of the Lutheran Church in America once the Augustana Synod joined in forming the new organization.

1980

Immanuel Lutheran Church broke ground for our current building and dedicated it in November 1981.

1983

Immanuel Lutheran Church celebrates its 100th anniversary.

1988

Immanuel Lutheran Church became a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) when the organization merged with the Lutheran Church in America. Our first youth director was hired.

1990

Immanuel Lutheran Church approves the addition of a community preschool.

1995

Immanuel Lutheran Church built an addition onto our current building.

1997

Immanuel Lutheran Church joined the Interfaith Hospitality Network.

2000

Immanuel Lutheran Church established the Immanuel Lutheran Trust Fund. Learn more. »

2002

Immanuel Lutheran Church formed a partnership with the Lutheran parish in Zomba, Malawi. Learn more. »

2007

The Evangelical Lutheran Worship hymnal replaced the Lutheran Book of Worship at services.

Our Pastors & Staff

David Anderson, Pastor

Pastor David K. Anderson has served Immanuel Lutheran Church since 1987. As the head pastor, his responsibilities include leadership, preaching, teaching, and hospital visitation. He believes that the church is, above all, a community gathered by the Holy Spirit to live out the Good News. We do this through love, support, forgiveness, and acceptance of differences. His sermons focus on these principles of living a life of love, helping your neighbor, and advocating for peace.
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Harold Oelschlager, Pastor

Pastor Harold came to Immanuel Lutheran Church in 1998 to supply additional pastoral ministry, especially to the elderly. He preaches once a month, visits the homebound, attends weekly staff meetings, and takes over the duties of Pastor Dave when he is out of town. For the past 15 years, he's lead a weekly Senior Coffee Bible study. He and his wife Kathy have also been influential in building our companion relationship in Malawi.

Alison Martin, Parish Nurse

Alison Martin has been our parish nurse since 1995. She supports members who are undergoing life transitions, especially those involving health and wholeness. Alison provides opportunities for you to grow in wholeness through study, prayer, and encouragement, including leading our Holy, Happy. and Healthy (H3) Group. She encourages us to see wholeness in terms of body, mind, and spirit while helping us build a network of support.
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Janet Carlson, Office Manager

Janet publishes the weekly bulletins and the newsletter. She also coordinates volunteers, manages the office, and keeps everyone on track.
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Suzie and Kim Sturz, Custodian

Owen Wahlstrand, Choir Director

LeRoy Johnson, Organist

Susan Luthy, Financial Secretary

Deanna Schlieve, Treasurer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

3214 Golf Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701 :: (715) 832-7832 :: »

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