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Easter Call to Worship Languages
We will start Easter service with a call to worship in languages spoken at Emmanuel as a way to remember that Christ rose for all peoples. If you can converse in a language and are willing to read a short verse we’ll supply you with, please email Marissa with the language(s) you can speak.

Emmanuel’s Egg Hunt with Apartment Life
Volunteers are needed for the Annual Egg Hunt Saturday,  April 19, with Apartment Life! Sign up on Church Center to help make this event happen. All Emmanuel families are encouraged to also attend and participate. Email Sarah  with any questions.

Good Friday and Easter Sunday Services
We’re excited to host a Good Friday and two Easter services this year at Rivendell! Please consider inviting a friend or family member to one of the following services:
Good Friday Service: Friday, April 18 @ 7-8pm
Easter Sunday Service: April 20

• First Service @ 9am (nursery provided)
• Second Service @ 11am (nursery and Sunday school provided)

Day Away Signups
Registration for the Women’s Day Away (May 3) and for Men’s Day Away (May 31) is open. Register on Church Center.

Internships at Emmanuel
We are looking to hire two interns who are interested in serving our Youth Group and generally with our church. Being a Youth Intern and a Church Ministry Intern will provide an opportunity to gain ministry experience in a diverse context, while also helping to support the work of Emmanuel. This 10-hour a week, paid position will go from September to June. You can pick up the job description in the lobby on Sunday. If you are interested or know of anyone who is interested contact Stephen Bates.

Rides for Marymount Students
Cru at Marymount is looking for volunteers to give students rides to Emmanuel on Sunday mornings. The campus is less than 5 minutes from Rivendell. If you're able to do so please contact Matt.

Help With Food Pantry Deliveries
Arlington Bridge Builders is looking for volunteers to serve as food pantry delivery drivers on Saturdays throughout the summer to neighbors in need. ABB meets at 11:30am and the deliveries usually take less than an hour. If you’re interested in serving, please contact the office.

Spiritual Practices
Emmanuel is introducing a series of spiritual practices for the congregation to explore together as one body in Christ. Each month, we will introduce a new spiritual practice, and will provide resources on how to engage more deeply. Visit our website to learn more, and contact Stephen Bates if you would like to sign up for scripture verse emails!

 Women's Emmanuel Soul Care Team
The Women's Emmanuel Soul Care Team is launching a prayer partner ministry to connect women together in prayer. Please sign up on the app or the link  if you would like to join.

Youth Mentor Opportunity
We are looking for male youth mentors to be a part of the youth ministry at Emmanuel in the fall. If you are interested in ministering to students at a crucial moment in their story, please contact Stephen Bates.

Volunteer with Emmanuel ESL
Come join the Emmanuel team to teach English as a Second Language (ESL)! We are looking for two motivated volunteers to assist with ESL classes that occur right after service at Rivendell. Students learn conversational English to become more familiar with speaking on various topics and to have easier phone conversations. Interested or have questions? Contact Judy Kauer or Kristine Leiphart.

Volunteer with Restoration Immigration Legal Aid
Restoration Immigration Legal Aid (RILA) hosts legal clinics for immigrants seeking asylum Wednesday evenings twice a month. Interested volunteers are invited to learn more at the next orientation. RSVP  for the Zoom link.