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🌟Meet Richard Foster🌟
Meet Mr. Foster, or Dick, our generous Volunteer Custodian at Emmanuel Lutheran Church and Emmanuel-Faith Lutheran School! Mr. Foster has been lending his helping hand since 2007, starting back when Eldon Eklund was the custodian. He comes whenever the weather and his health will allow! 🧹 👨🔧
What does he love most about his role? It's all about the kids and the joy of volunteering to stay active and assist wherever needed.
Before his time here, Mr. Foster spent nearly 50 years in the hardware business, working with True Value and then Ace. 🛠️ He's also deeply involved in community service, driving donations to Orphan Grain Train about once a month and helping out at Wessels Living History Farm.
Dick’s brother, Bill, lives in Stanton, NE; and his sister, Jane, is at Willowbrook Assisted Living. He enjoys outdoor activities like working in the yard and taking peaceful walks. 🌳
Let's give a round of applause to Dick Foster for his unwavering dedication and commitment to our church community! 👏 #MeetOurTeam #VolunteerAppreciation #TeamEF✨👨🔧
🌟Meet Mike Neidow🌟
Let’s get to know Pastor Mike, our beloved shepherd at Emmanuel Lutheran Church! 🐑 With nearly four decades of ministry experience, Pastor Mike has been sharing God's Word with our community for almost 19 years through school chapels, Bible studies, confirmation classes, silly costumes & “elevator rides”.
What does he love most about his role? It's the joy of spreading God's message and love to people of all ages, nurturing their faith journeys every step of the way. 🙏
Pastor Mike's journey in ministry began 40 years ago after his graduation from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis in 1984. 🎓 Since then, he has served in two other congregations – St. Paul in Fulton, MO, and Messiah in Lincoln, NE, before joining us here at Emmanuel in 2005. ⛪
In his family life, Pastor Mike is blessed with his loving wife, Patti, whom he married in 1985. Together, they have one son, Samuel, who is happily married to Caitlin. They've also been blessed with two grandsons, Bo and Albie, with a third grandson on the way in May! 👶💙
Let's give thanks for Pastor Mike's unwavering dedication to our congregation and the love he pours into our community every day! 🌟🙌 #PastorAppreciation #MeetOurStaff #TeamEF📖🙏
York County is in a Tornado watch with a storm anticipated at dismissal time. Together with YPS we are monitoring the situation closely. In the event of a Tornado Warning, we would follow alerts from YPS and shelter in place for safety and delay dismissal if necessary. We do plan to move forward with the 6:30 performance of the Operetta and will keep families updated through text message as needed.
The 3-5 Operetta is here!
Doors will open at 1:00 for the 1:30 performance and at 5:45 for the 6:30 performance.
If you are attending the 1:30 show, please park in the east parking lot by the playground. You may enter the east doors under the overhang in the middle of the building or through the south doors. Please do not park in the bus lane.
Both of these entrances will also be open for the evening show.
God's Blessings on these performances!
We've had some special announcers for the months of February, March, and April! Thanks to Lily, Beckett, and Landry for helping Mr. Wellmann and Miss Krista share important information with the school! They did an awesome job 😃 #TeamEF #Believe2023
We hope you can join us this morning in the sanctuary at 8:15am for chapel; the other half of our 8th grade students will be sharing their "Faith Papers" with the school. This will not be available to watch online. #TeamEF #SharingOurFaith
🌟Meet Holly Tonniges🌟
Say hello to Holly, our Kitchen Manager extraordinaire at Emmanuel-Faith for 15 years! 🍽️
What does Holly love most about her role? It's the pure delight on the kids' faces when they know she's been baking her famous rolls or bread! 🎉 She also cherishes the opportunity to witness their growth and maturity year after year. 🌱
Holly's journey to the school kitchen began when she was a stay-at-home mom, seeking solace and purpose after the loss of her mother. 💔 She started volunteering, gradually finding herself more drawn to Emmanuel-Faith and its community. Eventually, she was asked to run the kitchen and was warmly welcomed by her dear friends and mentors, Joy Lessig and Diana Lewis. 🤝
Outside of work, Holly finds true joy in her family life. 💖 Married to her best friend, Todd, for 27 years, she's a proud mom to three step-children, two daughters, and is a loving grandma to five grandchildren! 🥰 Plus, let's not forget her furry companions – Cosmo the golden doodle and Nixon the grand-dog! 🐾
Let's show our appreciation for Holly's dedication, love and delicious buns that she brings to our school lunch program! 👏 #KitchenManager #TeamEF #MeetOurTeam🌟🍽️
🌟Meet Leslie Regier🌟
👋 Introducing Mrs. Regier, our dedicated Resource Aide at Emmanuel-Faith School since August 2012.
What does Leslie love most about her position? It's the joy of working with children and the dynamic interaction with teachers. She finds fulfillment in witnessing the growth and learning of each child year after year. 🌱
Leslie’s main career is hairdressing, a field she has dedicated over 35 years to. Her journey to Emmanuel-Faith School began with a visit when her oldest, Wyatt, enrolled. Enchanted by the school's atmosphere, Leslie jumped at the opportunity to join the team as a resource aide, eager to contribute to the nurturing environment and assist in any way possible. 💇♀️💈
In her family life, Leslie shares 23 wonderful years of marriage with Randy. Together, they are blessed with three children: Wyatt, who will be 21 in March, and twins Grace and Garett, who just turned 19 in January. Family time remains a cherished priority, and Leslie and her family enjoy every moment they spend together. 🤩💕
Let's express our gratitude to Leslie for her dedication to our school community and her unwavering commitment to the growth and development of our students! 💬📚 #MeetOurTeam #TeamEF #StudentSupport
Exploring the wonders of God's creation: our 2nd graders diving into owl pellet dissection with curiosity and excitement🦉🔍 #ScienceExploration #HandsOnLearning
We hope to see you at 8:15 for Kindergarten chapel today - join us in person or watch online: vimeo.com/emmanuelyorkne . This is the last day for our chapel offerings going to the Living Water Rescue Mission.
Enjoy some Arby's tonight between 4-8pm and help support the school!
Emmanuel-Faith Lutheran School is seeking applicants for the 2024-2025 school year: 1) a full-time 2nd grade teacher and 2) a part-time K-8 vocal music teacher. Applicants should have or be eligible for a Nebraska teaching certificate, with preference given to those with a Lutheran Teacher Diploma. Candidates must align with our mission of nurturing disciples of Christ and promoting values such as spiritual awareness, critical thinking, physical well-being, social responsibility, emotional intelligence, and an appreciation for God's creation. If you are passionate about guiding students towards holistic growth and academic excellence within a supportive environment, please apply. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Resumes and letters of application should be sent to Emmanuel-Faith Lutheran School, 806 North Beaver Avenue, York, NE 68467. All questions should be directed to Principal Brad Wellmann by calling 402-362-6575 or via email at bwellmann@efyork.org.
The school office will be closed this morning from about 9:15 am - 1 pm while all of our students and staff attend the Beauty and the Beast Musical performance at Nebraska Lutheran High School in Waco. We will check messages after eating lunch when we return!
🌟Meet Cindy Kant🌟
Cindy is a part-time secretary at Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Let's thank her for her service to our congregation and other staff!⛪ 💬#MeetOurTeam #TeamEF
🌟Meet Cheryl Steever🌟
Cheryl is the full time secretary at Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Let's thank her for her service to our congregation and other staff!⛪ 💬#MeetOurTeam #TeamEF
🌟Meet Pastor Ben Kaiser🌟
Let’s celebrate Pastor Ben Kaiser, our dedicated Associate Pastor at Emmanuel for the last 10 years!🙌
His passion? Sharing the joy of Jesus and His care with everyone he meets! 🌈 Pastor Ben is a part of the greatest family ever! God adopted him into His family, giving him a share of His eternal inheritance through baptism back in August of 1981. How about you; when's your Baptismal birthday? If you don't have one yet, you've got our God's loving invitation right now (Acts 2:38-39)!
Ben's journey started at Concordia University Nebraska, where he honed his skills as an educator. 🎓 Teaching 5th graders in Jefferson City, MO, Ben discovered his calling to spread God's word in new ways. Guided by faith, he pursued pastoral training at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and served as Associate Pastor at King of Kings Lutheran in Mason, Ohio, from 2010-2014 before joining our Emmanuel family.
Outside of church, Ben’s home life is filled with love and laughter. 🏡 Blessed with an incredible family, he enjoys camping, fishing, and quality time with his wife Kelli and four amazing kids, Noah (5th grade), Elijah (3rd grade), Sophia (Kindergarten), and 2-year-old Luke. 🌿
Let's express our appreciation to Pastor Ben Kaiser, a true beacon of faith and love in our community! 👏💬 #MeetOurTeam #TeamEF
Reminder that we would love to see you tomorrow morning to visit with Dr. Justin Hannemann in the Emmanuel Sanctuary at 9am!
These limited-time $10 cards from RaiseRight are just right for grads, teachers, bus drivers, mail carriers... or even just yourself! Each card gives back to our school, too!
We hope you can join us this morning in the sanctuary at 8:15am for chapel; half of our 8th grade students will be sharing their "Faith Papers" with the school. This will not be available to watch online. #TeamEF #SharingOurFaith
Enjoying the partial eclipse- one of God's many wonders!!! #TeamEF ☀️🌕