Summer Days
WITH THE DIACONAL TEAM
Summer days with the diaconal team
Lazy, carefree summer days are wonderful but please rest assured that Immanuelskyrkan takes no break in serving as a community. Every Wednesday throughout the holiday season we offer the possibility to meet up and stay connected with the people we know and maybe some new ones. Below you’ll find this summer's activities – we hope there’s something for everyone. Unless otherwise stated, the events will be held in Swedish. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
A warm welcome!
From the diaconal team at Immanuel Church
JUNE 18 A Taste of Midsummer
The diaconal summer days program takes off with a midsummer lunch including the traditional pickled herring and its side dishes. Senior Pastor Carin Dernulf will join us, and we’ll talk about how the church can better include children and youth. Sign up by Friday, June 13 by sending a message to to ulrika.grevin@immanuelskyrkan. se or call 08-587 503 20. Location: Kyrktorget, Immanuel Church, 12:00–14:00
Photo: Marco Helles
JUNE 25 Summer Songs and Sweet Moments
Come and enjoy a bouquet of summer songs performed by Stefan Sjöblom on vocals and guitar. Naturally, we’ll also enjoy some fika (coffee and treats).
Location: Kyrktorget, Immanuel Church, 14:00–15:30
JULY 2 Getting Tech-Savvy (with cake on the side)
Are today’s phones, tablets and computers a challenge to you? Our church technician Markus will be with us to talk about current technology and useful tools. Once we’re a little wiser, we’ll enjoy some fika!
Location: Kyrktorget, Immanuel Church, 14:00–15:30
JULY 9 Words That Touch the Soul
We’ll listen to poetry and appreciate the power of music while enjoying coffee together.
Location: Kyrktorget, Immanuel Church, 14:00–15:30
JULY 16 Time Travel Through Stockholm
Together we’ll visit the City Museum at Ryssgården/Slussenplan, and see exhibits that take us through 500 years of the city’s history. We’ll meet at the entrance at 14:00 and walk through the museum together (no guide). Introductions to the exhibits are also available in English. Free admission. The church will buy participants fika in the museum café. Contact: Deacon Margret Josefsson, tel 08-58750324.
Photo: Mattias Ek
JULY 23 Stories from the Cookie Jar
Baking is one of Pastor Anna Berndes’ passions, along with exploring the history behind the pastries. She’ll share her discoveries as we gather around the coffee tables.
Location: Kyrktorget, Immanuel Church, 14:00–15:30
JULY 30 Singing Our Hearts Out
Isn’t it wonderful to sing together? This Wednesday we’ll have the chance to sing along with Åsa Bosdotter. Of course, we’ll also have fika. Location: Kyrktorget, Immanuel Church, 14:00–15:30
AUGUST 6 Memories from the Prayer House
Eric Björklund will share stories and reflections from Sweden’s prayer house tradition. Location: Löjtnantshuset café area @ ground floor, 14:00–15:30.
Address: Löjtnantsgatan 8. Contact: Deacon Margret Josefsson, tel 08-58750324.
AUGUST 13 A short Pilgrim Walk
Historically, pilgrimages were a journey toward something sacred. Today’s pilgrim walk invites us to draw closer to ourselves and the path God has laid out for our lives. One segment of the walk will be in silence.
Note the time: 09:30–14:00 approx. We’ll walk forest paths in Lill-Jansskogen at a gentle pace, suited to the group. Wear sturdy shoes or boots. Walking sticks can be used on the walk. Dress for the weather. Bring a backpack with drinking water and lunch. Meeting point and ending location: the gate at Löjtnantsgatan 8. In case of heavy rain, the pilgrim walk will be canceled. No pre-registration needed.
Contact: Ulrika Grevin, tel 08-58750320.
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