Welcome to Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Welcome to Emmanuel Episcopal Church, an inclusive, caring Christian community, dedicated to learning and worship in the Episcopal tradition. We are happy you are here!
Children and Youth
At Emmanuel, our children and youth are included, important and celebrated. Learn about our Children at Heart service, our Sunday School program and our Youth Group.
Music / Liturgy
Emmanuel has a vibrant musical tradition that includes our choir, organists and other musicians. Join us at 10:30AM to experience our sung Eucharist and worship through song.
Urban / Social Outreach
Emmanuel Episcopal Church's commitment to outreach in downtown Rockford extends back 30 years to the purchase of the Franklin School property next door, where the first soup kitchens were held that winter.
Get involved and help make a difference in our ever-changing urban community!
Latest Sermon
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not be in want." The Fourth Sunday in Easter
May 12, 2019By: The Reverend Bill Nesbit
What does it mean to follow the Good Shepherd? How is a life with God lived out? Well, it's complicated, and it's simple.
The Scripture references are Acts 9:36-43, Psalm 23, and Revelation5:11-14. The Gospel reference is John 21:1-19.
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Service Times
8:00 AM Sunday: Spoken service with Communion followed by coffee and conversation
9:00 AM Sunday: Children at Heart: An interactive worship service with Communion for children and their families (30 min)
9:15 AM Sunday: Adult Forum: Grab a cup of coffee and join us in the Undercroft for discussion
9:30 AM Sunday: Sunday School and Parent's Coffee Hour
10:30 AM Sunday: Worship service with music and Communion (Nursery is provided) followed by coffee and conversation
