THIS WEEK AT IMMANUEL
Sunday (11/8)
- 8:00 am – Bible Class
- 9:00 am—Divine Service
- 11:00 am – Divine Service (Broadlands, IL)
Monday
- 7:30 am – Matins
- 5:00 pm – Board of Mission & Evangelism
- 6:00 pm – Board of Christian Education
- 6:30 pm – Board of Trustees
- 7:00 pm – Board of Elders
Tuesday
- 7:30 am – Matins
- 9:00 am – Mattoon Circuit Meeting (Dorans, IL)
- 6:00 pm – Nominating Committee Meeting
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
Friday
- 1:30 pm – Pastor at CID BOD Meeting
Sunday (11/15)
- 9:00 am—Divine Service
- 10:30 am – Bible Class & Sunday School
- 2:00 pm – Installation of Rev. Oliver LaMie (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); Scott Kibler (friend of Lori Slaughter); 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 . . . Isaiah 51:9–16; Colossians 1:9–14; Matthew 9:18–26.
ABOUT THIS WEEK’S READINGS . . . When confronted with the civic duty of paying taxes, our Lord Jesus, Wisdom incarnate, walked “in the way of righteousness, in the paths of justice” (Prov. 8:20) and discerned that wisdom “is better than jewels” and “better than gold, even fine gold” (Prov. 8:11, 19). When we set our minds on earthly things, such as wealth and passing glory, our “end is destruction” (Phil. 3:19). However, our humble and prudent Lord has rendered “to God the things that are God’s” (Matt. 22:21), namely, perfect fear, love, and trust, as well as the complete sacrifice for our sin. In so doing, He also rendered to Caesar the things of honor and justice, submitting to the law of the land that put Him on the cross. The true “riches and honor are with [Him],” because “enduring wealth and righteousness” (Prov. 8:18) are found in our heavenly citizenship from which “we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.” He “will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself” (Phil. 3:20–21).
THOUGHTS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP . . . “Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and they glory in their shame, with minds set on earthly things” (Philip. 3:19). There is the danger in setting our minds on earthly things, serving mammon, and caring more for our bodily comfort than our spiritual well being. God does not tell us to be faithful and generous in our stewardship of the things of this earth to ruin our fun. Rather, He tells us to give generously to teach us how to make sure the things of this world do not lay a hold of our hearts.
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 November, the Altar Guild is Sarah and Savana Andrésen. Coffee Committee is the Reifstecks. November Funeral Chair is Celeste Nau. For December, the Altar Guild is Krista Freebairn and Willa Braaten. Coffee Committee is the Braatens. December 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.
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!
BI-MONTHLY MISSION . . . is Sunday, December 6, and will be going toward the Angel Tree. There will be an Angel Tree envelope in your member mailbox. You can place cash or check payable to Immanuel in this envelope and place it in the offering on December 3 or return it to the church office on or before December 6 Thank you for your generosity in helping area children receive a few gifts under the Christmas Tree.
CHRISTMAS DECORATING . . . Saturday, December 5, 9:00 am. The Christmas season is near! With it come the sights, the sounds, and the fellowship that unite Christians as we anticipate the birth of our Savior. Come on December 5, to help put up the Christmas trees and decorations that beautify Immanuel. There will be decorating for the kids, too! Come and enjoy Christmas music, coffee, hot chocolate, juice, and doughnuts.
TAMA Thanksgiving Service . . . is Sunday, November 22, at Northline Community Church on Northline Road. Darin Elder, Pastor at Eagle Mountain Assembly of God will be preaching. Refreshments and snacks will be provided following the service.
UPCOMING SPECIAL SERVICES AND EVENTS . . .
- Wednesday, November 25, 6:00 pm – Thanksgiving Eve Service
- Sunday, November 29, 10:20 am – Sunday School Christmas Service practice
- Wednesday, December 2, 6:00 pm – Advent Midweek Service
- Saturday, December 5, 9:00 am – Immanuel Christmas Decorating
- Sunday, December 6, 10:20 am – Sunday School Christmas Service practice
- Wednesday, December 9, 6:00 pm – Advent Midweek Service
- Sunday, December 13, 10:20 am – Sunday School Christmas Service practice
- Sunday, December 13, 6:00 pm – Sunday School Christmas Service
- Wednesday, December 16, 7:00 pm – Advent Midweek Service
- Sunday, December 20, 11:30 am – Voters’ Assembly
- Thursday, December 24, 7:00 pm – Christmas Eve Service with Communion
- Friday, December 25, 9:00 am – Christmas Day Service with Communion
- Thursday, December 31, 7:00 pm – New Year’s Eve Service
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