THIS WEEK AT IMMANUEL
Sunday (11/1)
- 8:00 am – Bible Class
- 9:00 am—Divine Service
- 11:00 am – Divine Service (Broadlands, IL)
Monday
- 7:30 am – Matins
Tuesday
- 7:30 am – Matins
Wednesday
- 7:30 am – Matins
- 4:30 pm – Individual Confession & Absolution
- 6:00 pm – Divine Service
- 7:00 pm – Bible History Class
Thursday
- 7:30 am – Matins
Sunday (11/8)
- 8:00 am – Bible Class
- 9:00 am—Divine Service
- 11:00 am – Divine Service (Broadlands, IL)
IN OUR PRAYERS
HEALTH CONCERNS: Jerry & Joyce Alexander; Clancy Appleby (nephew of Jack Appleby); Ryan Bailey (friend of Celeste Nau); Jami Bowles; Cheryl Bozarth (friend of Hilgendorfs); Ruth Bretz; Jack Britt (grandson of Sharon Allen); Brad Butler (friend of Hilgendorfs); Darla Combs (friend of Dave Holzrichter); Scott Dallas; Crystal Davis (friend of Dave Slaughter); Tim Flynn (friend of Dave Holzrichter); Nash Foreman (friend of Sofie Reifsteck); Randy Frye (friend of Dave Slaughter); Ellen Hall (friend of Ann Carroll); Rick Hardesty (family of the Hoels); Kim Hausman (friend of Ann Carroll); Julie Holzrichter (sister-in-law of Dave Holzrichter); Nancy Holzrichter (wife of Dave Holzrichter); Mary Houvanagle (friend of Hilgendorfs); Anya Knecht (daughter of Gretchen Krieger); Bob Kresin; John Lamkin (friend of Dave Slaughter); Lois Love (sister of Mary Appleby, Ruth Bretz, Steve Hilgendorf); Kelli Manning (cousin of Joan Vukelich); Mike Marana (friend of Josh Whitson); Gloria McDuffy (mother of Celeste Nau); Candace McElhaney (daughter of Corky Fields); Cathy Minear (friend of Josh and Jaimee Whitson); Rev. Doug Meyer; Jennifer O’Laughlin (friend of Linda Brewer); Noah Luke Owen; Tresa Pollock; Jo Richner (mother of Leigh Ann Whitson); Brent Reifsteck (brother of Bryce Reifsteck); Emma Silver; Kim Travis (friend of Jaimee Whitson); John Waldrop (father of Matthew Waldrop); Lynn Whitson (father of Mark Whitson).
SEMINARY STUDENT: Ethan Baumbach; Reece Parlier.
MISSIONARIES: The Jastram Family (Japan); The Preus Family (Romania).
HOMEBOUND: Jerry & Joyce Alexander; Wanda Long; Joan Rahn.
MILITARY: Carl Crawford; Josh Dyer; Jeremy Gordon; David W. Holzrichter; Jack Leonard; Jake Lindgren; Raymond Longtin.
CHURCH NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
NEXT WEEK’S READINGS . . . Proverbs 8:11–22; Phil 3:17–21; Matthew 22:15–22.
ABOUT THIS WEEK’S READINGS . . . “A great multitude from all tribes and peoples and languages,” cry out “salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne” (Rev. 7:9–17). Faith-filled saints from every place and time with unified voices eternally magnify the Lamb of God. As His beloved children, we too, “shall see him as he is” (1 John 3:1–3). Joined with the throng of angels and a myriad of saints, we shall “serve him day and night in his temple” (Rev. 7:9–17). In our earthly tension vacillating between saint and sinner, faith and doubt, sacred and profane, we earnestly seek Jesus to calm our fears, comfort our spirits, and forgive our sins. The Holy Spirit, through faith in Christ propels us forward, fortifying us in Word and Sacrament, to our eternal home. In the midst of our constant struggle as believers, we need to be blessed. And so we are. The poor in spirit, the meek, the hungry, the thirsty, the merciful, the pure, and the persecuted are all blessed and we will most certainly inherit the kingdom of heaven (Matt. 5:1–12).
THOUGHTS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP . . . Matthew 5:7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” This is one of many Bible passages that remind us that we reap what we sow. Likewise, what God puts into us (His own love, mercy, kindness, and generosity)—flows back out of us. For it all starts with His self-giving!
THE ALTAR FLOWERS . . . were given by Dave Slaughter to the glory of God in memory of Marta Slaughter on her birthday.
ALTAR GUILD, COFFEE COMMITTEE, & FUNERAL CHAIR . . . For October, the Altar Guild is Celeste Nau and Willa Braaten. Coffee Committee is the Whitsons. October Funeral Chair is Krista Freebairn. For November, the Altar Guild is Sarah and Savana Andrésen. Coffee Committee is the Reifstecks. November Funeral Chair is OPEN.
RATE & REVIEW IMMANUEL ON GOOGLE . . . Did you know that throughout the United States each month over 2 million people search on Google for “Churches Near Me.”? That’s how a majority of people find churches to visit. Therefore, being visible on Google as one of the top results for searches is important to get found. One way to increase your visibility on Google is through their Rate & Review feature. Please consider rating and review Immanuel on Google by going to: https://g.page/r/CdbSahe0h2B0EAI/review
RETURNING TO NORMAL SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE . . . Since Pastor Oliver LaMie will be installed on Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm, at Immanuel, Broadlands, there will be no 11:00 am Divine Service at Broadlands that Sunday. We can return to our normal Sunday morning schedule: 9:00 am – Divine Service, 10:30 am – Bible Class and Sunday School.
Volunteers Needed for Altar Guild and Funeral Chair . . . We are looking for volunteers to serve in these important areas of congregational life Altar Guild and Funeral Chair. If you are willing to serve in either of these areas—or would like to learn more—please sign up in the narthex or contact the church office. Your service is a blessing to our congregation and to all who gather here in Christ’s name.
INSTALLATION OF PASTOR OLIVER Lamie . . . is scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 390 County Rd 2400 E, Broadlands, Illinois.
ST PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH . . . of Mattoon, 2 miles east of Dorans, will once again be having their annual Roast Beef Supper on Saturday, November 7, serving 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A free-will offering will be taken. Monies received will go to LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team). A silent auction will also be held with proceeds going to: One Stop Community Christmas.
YOUTH GROUP – ASK THE PASTOR! . . . Ever had a question about God, the Bible, Christianity, or life that you’ve always wanted to ask but never had the chance? Now’s your chance! Nothing is off-limits! Faith, friendships, relationships, tough topics, things that don’t make sense—whatever’s on your mind, let’s talk about it! Join us for “Ask the Pastor!” on Sunday, November 22, 6:00 pm. How do you submit your questions? Write them down and hand them to Pastor, or send them to him by text or email. Want to stay anonymous? Just write your question on a piece of paper without your name and leave it at the church office for Pastor. Get your questions in at least one week before the event so Pastor has time to prepare! Bring your questions. Bring a friend. Come hungry! We’ll have snacks, great conversation, and a chance to tackle the questions you’ve been wondering about. Your friends don’t have to go to our church to come. Everyone’s welcome!
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