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I’ve gotten a few questions recently about why I haven’t worn a robe, and why the acolytes are not wearing robes either, so let’s talk about it! I understand robes to be an outward sign of our baptisms. Many of us wore white gowns when we were baptized as babies. Some were passed down from … Continue reading To Robe or Not to Robe

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This week in worship we talk about A Christmas Carol! While it isn't that season (yet) the book was loosely based off our Gospel text for this week. Are you looking for something fun to do on Sunday afternoon? We will meet at Zion Lutheran in Defiance at 1pm for a Prayer Labyrinth adventure! THIS … Continue reading Worship In Person and Online

Pastor Janine will hold office hours on Mondays from 10:30am-12pm and on Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30pm at Pocket Park. These are specific times that she is committed to being available in the office, on the phone, or via Zoom. She will not schedule other things for these times but may be pulled away in an emergency. … Continue reading Pastor’s Office Hours

2019 In April, 6 young people were confirmed. In May we recognized 4 graduates. Emanuel participated in the community Vacation Bible School, which was held at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Emanuel continues with its many service oriented programs. Wednesday evening Soul Food continues with its community dinner. Emanuel participates in the community Thanksgiving dinner … Continue reading Our History

From the Constitution of Emanuel Lutheran Church: This congregation confesses the Triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.This congregation confesses Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and the Gospel as the power of God for the salvation of all who believe:Jesus Christ is the Word of God incarnate, through whomeverything was made and through whose … Continue reading What We Believe

Emanuel Lutheran Church was established in 1882 at the corner of West Clinton and North Scott streets in Napoleon, Ohio.The original church burned in 1916 and the current facility was dedicated for service on November 17, 1918. The Original ChurchOur Sanctuary 1946Our Sanctuary 1957Our Sanctuary 1969

Pastor Louis Damman 1882-1898 While serving St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hanover Settlement first organized the Lutheran Group in Napoleon, Ohio which became known as Emanuel Lutheran Church. That organizational meeting took place on July 9th, 1882. Pastor Damman became their first pastor and served both congregations at the same time. He submitted his resignation … Continue reading Pastors Past & Present