About Us
We Welcome You
ILCR is a family-friendly Church. We would love to greet you and share with you our love for Jesus Christ and for you, our neighbor.
We welcome everybody to our Sunday service at 10:15 am!​
Join us fellowship at 9:30am for free coffee & cookies
Our Mission
To proclaim the gospel and equip believers for ministry.
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Our Vision
To see the lost saved, the bound set free and everyday believers equipped to share their freedom in Christ.
Let's Introduce You To Our Team
We are all very different. We were born in different cities, at different times and, we love different music, food and movies. However, there is one thing that brings us all together – It is our faith. We have the love of God in our hearts and together, we stand strong, supporting and uplifting one another as we fulfill our collective mission.
Get To Know Our History
Throughout our history, Immanuel remains a beacon of hope, love, and compassion in the heart of its community. We invite you to explore our rich history, to discover how our unwavering commitment has empowered us to rise and grow. Click below and learn more about Immanuel Lutheran Church of Rosenthal.
Our Beliefs
About God
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
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Genesis 1:1, 26–27; 3:22;
Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19;
1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14
About Eternity
People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with him is eternal life. Heaven and hell are real places of eternal existence.
John 3:16; John 14:17; Romans 6:23;
Romans 8:17–18; Revelation 20:15; 

1 Corinthians 2:7–9
About Jesus
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father and Holy Spirit. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate his power over sin and death. He ascended to heaven’s glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22, 23; Isaiah 9:6;
John 1:1–5; 14:10–30; Hebrews 4:14, 15;
1 Corinthians 15:3, 4; Romans 1:3, 4; Acts 1:9–11; 1 Timothy 6:14, 15;
Titus 2:13
About Eternal Security
Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the true believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. Since God is the one who does the saving, you cannot “lose” it. Salvation is sustained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives us this security.
John 10:29; 2 Timothy 1:12;
Psalm 139:7-12
Hebrews 7:25; 10:10, 14;
1 Peter 1:3–5
About the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under his control daily.
2 Corinthians 3:17;
John 16:7–13; 14:16, 17; Acts 1:8;

1 Corinthians 2:12; 3:16;
Ephesians 1:13; 
Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18
About Salvation
Salvation is God’s free gift to us but we must believe it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one believes in Jesus Christ by faith.
Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8, 9;
John 14:6; 1:12; Titus 3:5;
Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1
About the Bible
The Bible is God’s Word to us. Human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit, wrote it. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because God inspired it, it is the truth without any mixture of error.
2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Timothy 1:13;
Psalm 119:105, 160; 12:6; Proverbs 30:5
About Human Beings
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.” This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3–6;
Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23;
Isaiah 59:1, 2
Immanuel Lutheran Church of Rosenthal is a member of:
CALC: Canadian Association of
Lutheran Congregations
CALC is a “confessional church” which means that its members subscribe to written statements of what CALC believes, teaches and confesses. CALC’s Confession of Faith and Purpose are found under “BELIEFS” in the site navigation pane above. Central to CALC’S teaching is the ultimate authority of the Scriptures.
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IDENTITY:
CALC is a federally-chartered church body formed to unite, serve, equip, encourage and empower congregations and individuals who share a common belief that:
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The Holy Bible is the inspired and inerrant Word of God.
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Our faith and life is rooted in and is shaped by the Holy Bible and our Lutheran Confessions.
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Our mission is found in Christ’s Great Commission: His call to us to be His disciples and make others His disciples.
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MISSION:
We believe that Christ’s Great Commission is lived out in the local congregation, yet, each congregation is a part of the greater Body of Christ and naturally seeks union with other congregations in order to more effectively fulfill its mission. Our Association seeks to equip and empower congregations through:
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the establishment of ministry standards so that pastors and other leaders in the church can be identified, their call affirmed, and they can be trained, educated, installed, ordained, mentored, supported, enriched and encouraged.;
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the provision of resources and facilitation of events which permit congregations and/or their pastors to gather for worship, Christian education, mutual support and encouragement; and
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the creation of a network among congregations, individuals, other church bodies and Christian organizations so that information and resources may be shared and those who are connected are inspired to partner in the proclamation of the Gospel in new and exciting ways.