Celebrate the Release of Songs from Immanuel – April 5 Concert
Welcome to a unique evening where we will experience the full range of Songs from Immanuel – from choir and solo performances to meditations and improvisations. Come and share in this musical experience!
WHEN: April 5, 16.00
WHERE: Immanuel Church
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Songs from Immanuel was created in close collaboration with theologians, where young people have had the opportunity to delve into and interpret the lyrics in their own way. This music is not only an artistic experience—it is also an invitation to community, reflection, and faith.
Come and share this musical experience with us on April 5!
New principal of the Music School at Immanuel Church
We are pleased to welcome Hanna Ekstedt as Principal to our Music School!
READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE
Hanna grew up in Nässjö. She is a singing teacher and choir director, plays the piano and a little accordion. She now lives with her family in Bromma and currently works part-time at the Uniting Church in Sweden with responsibility for music and creative expression. In addition to that position, she works as a music teacher at Kulturama.
Preliminarily, she will take over as principal of the Immanuel Music School on 1 May 2025. From May she will work half-time with us and half-time at the Uniting Church in Sweden.
Three questions for Ulrika Grevin
We’re asking our new colleague Ulrika three quick questions to get to know her a little better.
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1. What did you do before you came here?
For the past few years, I have been balancing my studies to become a deacon with work, gaining invaluable experiences along the way. My most recent position was at Kryckan, a meeting place for individuals facing vulnerable situations. Kryckan is operated by the Church of Sweden in Haninge and is located in the former church building of the Mission Church.
2. What do you do when you’re not working?
One of my favorite things about having time off or having no schedule is enjoying a ‘slow morning.’ Aside from that, I make time for exercise, rest, and spending time with my family. At home, there’s always a knitting project or some other craft to keep me busy. Recently, I’ve also decided to add a new, time-consuming activity to my free time: this season, I’m working on getting my golf green card!
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
I wouldn’t call myself a risk-taker, but there have definitely been moments when I’ve had to summon a lot of courage. Just being human takes bravery, especially when life comes at you fast. Looking back, one of my bravest decisions was applying to study in London and moving there at 27 to pursue higher university education. I didn’t make it further than Earls Court tube station from the airport before I ‘got lost.’ After that, life in London kept testing me for the next 10 months.
3×11- theme Power April 8
Welcome to an evening at Immanuel with different perspectives on power. Come as you are, whether it’s after your exam, work, or before bedtime. Join us to socialize and take home new thoughts! Soup, bread, and something extra will be served in the church. Drop-in from 18.00. The program starts at 18.30.
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Taking control of your own life” is advice many receive when external factors are influencing our lives. But what do we do when we feel powerless? How does the power dynamic actually work in Swedish politics? How much can power-hungry men control before society steps in to stop it? What is the true definition of power? And is there something to learn from Jesus when it comes to power?
What is a 3×11 at Immanuel?
- 3×11 is an evening where we learn something new and socialize together. One theme, three perspectives, 11 minutes. Each time, we share a meal and enjoy live music.
- Luke 3:11: “Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none, and anyone who has food should do the same.”
- 3×11 always offers three perspectives: knowledge, faith, and community, all focused on the same topic.
Experten:
Ardalan Shekarabi is a Member of Parliament and a former minister. On this evening, he will answer questions such as, “What does it feel like to navigate the corridors of power every day?” “Is it possible to feel powerless as a politician?” “And are there any pieces of advice we should offer those with a lot of power?”
Theologian:
Joseph Sverker is a Doctor of Theology and teaches systematic theology and church history at Enskilda Högskolan Stockholm. He will speak about power from a theological perspective. Historically, the church has held significant power in society, but what power does it have today? And what power does God truly have over what happens in the world?
Community:
The role of a leader is a natural part of power dynamics. But what emotions do different types of leaders evoke in us, and what can we learn from those who have been effective as well as those who have not? The hosts for the evening, Clara, Linda, and Unni, have reflected on this more…
Music:
Jakob Hördegård is a true cultural enthusiast. With strings of architecture, art, and music in his repertoire, Jakob has created works of various kinds. For this evening, he has interpreted the theme and will present a piece of sound art in the wake of power.
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Sacred Evening – A Time for Reflection and Music
On Saturday, April 12, at 17.00, we invite you to a sacred evening at Immanuel Church.
Singing students from the Immanuel Music School will participate, along with Björn Gäfvert on organ and piano. Anna Berndes will provide the scripture readings. We will listen to sacred arias from oratorios, where words and music are interspersed with silence and time for reflection.
You are warmly invited to join us for this peaceful and atmospheric moment.
Lunch tickets for the annual meeting
Don’t forget to purchase your snack tickets for the annual meeting. Tickets are available for sale on weekdays, as well as the following Sundays: March 23, March 30, and April 6. Tickets can be purchased at the Information Desk near the main entrance of the church. Payment can be made with either a credit card or Swish. The price for a snack ticket is 70 SEK. Please note that snack tickets will not be sold on the day of the Annual Meeting—presale only.
The last day to purchase tickets is Sunday, April 6.
Free Hot Dogs for Children!
Welcome to the Congregation’s Annual Meeting on April 13
Sunday, April 13 at 11.00, we will have a joint service in the Sanctuary upstairs. Afterwards, there will be church coffee in the Church Square.
During church coffee, you can collect your voting card and ballot. They will be available in Paus, one floor down. Please do so early to avoid queues. Remember, you must collect them in person, and it is not allowed to collect them on behalf of someone else.
Kl 13.00 starts the annual meeting in Congressen.
Your presence at the annual meeting is important, so come and be a part of it! You can prepare for the meeting by reviewing the documents, which will be gradually added to the “Annual Meeting Documents” folder on the members’ page of our website. On Sunday, March 23, there will be stations with information in preparation for the Annual Meeting.
If you’ve forgotten the password to the website, you can contact Alice Forss by email alice.forss@immanuelskyrkan.se
Welcome!
Did you miss the seminar? You can now watch the presentations afterward.
As part of Immanuel Church’s sustainability work, the Sustainability Committee organized a transportation seminar in the Waldenström Hall on February 27, in partnership with Klimatriksdagen and the KlimatSverige network
Tidö, Trump, the Spirit of the Times, and Transportation – Are the Climate Goals in Danger?
Mattias Goldmann, CEO and founder of the 2030 Secretariat.
Aviation and the Climate Challenge – Current Situation and the Way Forward
Jonas Åkerman, Transport Researcher, Strategic Sustainability Studies, KTH (Royal Institute of Technology)
The Election Committee Proposes
Peter Dobers as the New Chairman of
the Congregation.
The congregation’s current chairman, Greger Hjelm, informed the election committee in January that he would not be available for re-election. The committee immediately began working to find a successor. They prioritized finding someone who is already on the board and well acquainted with the work.
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Peter Dobers is a member of the current board who has served the longest and has extensive knowledge of the congregation’s various areas of activity. The election committee invited him for a discussion. Shortly thereafter, we agreed to approach him. We are pleased that he has expressed his willingness to stand as a candidate for the chairmanship of the congregation.
Peter Dobers became a member of Immanuel Church in 1999 and has held various positions within the congregation in different areas. For the past ten years, he has been a member of the congregation’s board. He is well acquainted with the congregation’s work in its full scope, as well as with its language groups.
Peter Dobers has been a professor of business administration at Södertörn University for the past ten years, specializing in sustainability. Previously, he held a similar professorship at Mälardalen University. At both of these universities, he was entrusted with the responsible academic leadership role as dean and led the work of the faculty board. In addition, he has extensive experience in board work. He has also been a member of the board of the Theological University (now Enskilda Högskolan).
The election committee believes that Peter Dobers, with his experiences, open attitude, and love for the congregation, will make a great chairman for Immanuel Church’s congregation.
Form the election committee
Sven Mannervik
Probitas Annual General Meeting
We would like to invite you to the corporate group’s Annual General Meeting, which will take place on April 8 at 18:00 in Congressen at Hotel Birger Jarl. You are warmly welcome to listen to the CEOs of each company as they reflect on the past year.
After the meeting, a buffet will be served in Paus. The meeting is open to everyone, but to help us plan for the food, we kindly ask you to register your attendance at anmalan@probitas.se
Welcome!
/Sven Mannervik
Sunday, March 23 at 13.00 – Call to a Congregational Meeting
Welcome to the congregational meeting on Sunday, March 23 at 13.00 in Congressen.
THE AGENDA INCLUDES, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
- Information on the action plans for the various activities for 2025
- Nomination to the Church Board of the Uniting Church of Sweden
- Report from the Nomination Committee in preparation for the upcoming Annual Meeting, including the presentation of candidates for the Congregational Board
- Report on newspapper Sändaren
- Other information
Immediately after the congregational meeting, there will also be various “stations” in preparation for the congregation’s Annual Meeting, where members can receive more detailed information and ask questions about:
- Submitted motions
- The work of the Operational Review Committee
/ The Congregational Board
The Miracle of Healing
“Mother’s hands are healing hands”
This is the title of a traditional Korean children’s song. I remember when I was a child, whenever I had a stomach ache, my mother would sing this short lyric while rubbing my stomach. Then, like magic, the pain would disappear. Was there some medical efficacy in my mother’s hands? Of course not. The only thing in those hands was the love of a mother wishing for her child to get better.
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Many miracles happen in the world, but among them, the one that undoubtedly captures our hearts and minds is the “miracle of healing.” We cannot fully explain this miracle with our words, as it is entirely due to the grace of God, the giver of life.
As we observe Lent, I reflect deeply on the ministry of Jesus, especially His healing ministry. I think about how, in the midst of the oppression of the Roman Empire, Jesus did not ignore the cries of the most vulnerable—those suffering from poverty and illness. He touched them and healed them. Jesus offered healing to those who were marginalized because of illness and had no hope, providing treatment without charge or discrimination.
Today, there is still much suffering in the world. People are crying out for Christ’s healing, whether it be physical pain, mental anguish, or the pain of broken relationships. I hope for healing miracles for all who suffer. However, that may not always happen, and we cannot fully explain why.
The famous Japanese author Ayako Miura, who wrote the novel The Freezing Point, suffered from tuberculosis throughout her life and later battled cancer and Parkinson’s disease. Before she died, she left this message:
“God, what You do is always right, because You love me more than I love myself and You know me better than I know myself.”
What we can be certain of is that God loves us more than anyone else and knows us better than anyone else. Even in the midst of unhealed pain, God’s love for us does not cease, and He is healing us in His own way. With this faith, we, as His disciples, must now entrust our lives and healing to Christ and turn our attention to the pain of others: the pain of society, the pain of the community, the pain of the nation, and the pain of the world.
Jesus calls us to be healing hands for our neighbors. In a world where the relentless pursuit of Mammon and the violence of survival of the fittest leave wounds, and where the number of bleeding souls continues to grow, our hands—armed with love, the most powerful weapon—must continue Jesus’ healing ministry. Through us, Christ will heal the world.
Kun Mi, Lee
Pastor in the Korean fellowship
Swedish Service at 11.00 in the big Sanctuary
10.45 Quiet music. 11.00 Worship Service. Children’s church every Sunday. The services can also be viewed online on Facebook, our website and YouTube. Every Sunday we have coffee after the service in the church square. Welcome!
Korean Service at 11.00 in the Waldenström Hall
The services can also be viewed online on our website, Sunday school
in Korean is offered every Join us for coffee after the service. Welcome!
International Service 11.00 in Congressen on level K1
All Sunday services can also be viewed online on our website and on YouTube.
Sunday School in English is offered every Sunday for children ages 3-14.
Join us for Fika after the service in Paus on level K1. Welcome!
Celebrating birthdays
Isabella Krappedal 70 yrs 24 March
Kun-Wan Kim 65 yrs 27 March
Jonas Gustafsson 70 yrs 30 March
Hans Kjelldorff 60 yrs 1 April
Stefan Sjöblom 75 yrs 2 April
Anna-Carin Persson Stenbeck 60 yrs 2 April
Gunnar Backelin 75 yrs 3 April
Young-Hi Kim 75 yrs 8 April
Sven Ersson 70 yrs 8 April
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