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Our Congregation
Emmanuel Episcopal is a congregation that celebrates diversity--both among ourselves and in the
world we live in. We range in age from newborn to 90, with an average age around 42. A few of us
have attended Emmanuel since childhood, and have raised our own children here. Many others are new
to the LaGrange area are just beginning to feel at home at Emmanuel. Over the past several years,
we have welcomed a number of former Roman Catholics as well as young couples, families with young
children and, simultaneously, many empty-nesters. Most parishioners were not raised in the
Episcopal tradition but feel very much at home at Emmanuel. Services and sermons are rooted both
in tradition and in the real world, the spirit is joyful and fun, and the congregation is warm and
welcoming. Emmanuel's unique spirit also extends into the surrounding neighborhood through our
commitment to helping others. We also are in involved in Global outreach.
Emmanuel is truly a rising church and currently in a transition process as we search for a new rector. We hope that you will join us as we continue to grow in grace, spirituality, and community involvement. Sunday morning services are at 8 and 10, with coffee hour after service.
Classes are held for preschool through 6th grade weekly from September through May at 9:00 am except when public school
is on vacation. All children over the age of 7 attend the 10:00 am. Holy Communion service while the younger attend
Children’s Chapel. A four week rotation of study focuses on learning different biblical stories or concepts through
music, story, action and service. Confirmation Classes involve the 5 and 6th grades over two years. Older youth
participate in leadership service at worship as acolytes and altar servers. Children who like ot sing are given
additional vocal training and music experience in the Treble Choir which rehearses each Wednesday at 3:45 pm. A Summer
chVacation Bible School (VBS.) is offered in June.
Currently, the Director of Christian Children’s Formation, a part-time salaried position holds a degee in Christian
Edurcation as a professional with many years experience.
The Pastoral Care team consists of the senior pastor/priest, two ordained deacons, and a group of lay volunteers.
Hospital Calls, Home Visitation, spiritual direction, and practical support are directed by them after an initial
contact is made either through the parish secretary or directly. Meals, transportation, etc. can be arranged. Prayer
supports the team and those in need regularly at all worship services and the Parish Prayer ministry. Using weekly
e-mail updates, the team share appropriate information with a large contingent of the parish who pray daily for those on
the list.
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