NEXT WEEK’S READINGS . . . Genesis 15:1–6; 1 John 4:16–21; Luke 16:19–31.

ABOUT THIS WEEK’S READINGS . . . When Isaiah beheld the glory of the Lord, he cried out “Woe is me!” For the sinner cannot stand in the presence of a holy God and live (Is. 6:1–7). But God the Father lifted up His Son Jesus for us on the cross, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. This eternal life of Christ is given us according to the Holy Spirit’s good pleasure in Baptism. “Unless one is born [again] of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God” (John 3:5). To sinners in fear of death, the messengers of God place on our lips the living body and blood of Christ and speak His words of absolution, “Your guilt is taken away, and your sin atoned for” (Is. 6:7). Having received forgiveness and life from the Father through the Son by the Holy Spirit, we join with the angels in praising the blessed Trinity, “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts!” (Is. 6:3). “For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be glory forever. Amen” (Rom. 11:33–36).

THOUGHTS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP . . . Isaiah 6:3 “And one called to another and said: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!’” Behold the threefold Name of God—here in Isaiah the angels cry Holy, Holy, Holy, which is nothing else than an indication of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is the Name we are baptized into. We have been made a part of God’s family. And so we are now called to live lives that are in harmony with our new family: we are to be godly, to live in God’s image. As God is loving, and kind, and generous—so are we called to be.

ALTAR FLOWERS . . . are given by the Munsons and the Poffenbergers to the glory of God on the occasion of Coulson and Lacey’s wedding.

ALTAR GUILD & COFFEE COMMITTEE . . . For June the Altar Guild is Celeste Nau and Maggie Braaten. Coffee Committee is the Cash family. For July the Altar Guild is Terra Waldrop and Ava Whitson. Coffee Committee is the Waldrop family.

FUNERAL CHAIR . . . The months August, September, and October are still open. Please sign up for a month to serve as funeral chair; the chair is responsible for placing calls requesting food donations and volunteers to help with serving and cleaning up after the funeral dinner. The current call list is included with the chair sign-up list on the clipboard located in the Narthex.

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

FREE MOVIE NIGHTS – JUNE 20–22 . . . at the Tuscola Community Building. Join us for a three-night event exploring the scientific and archaeological evidence for the Genesis creation and flood accounts! Two powerful films will be shown, engaging both faith and reason in defense of the truth of God’s Word. Bring a friend—and come ready to be encouraged and informed! Volunteers Needed: We’re looking for helpers to assist with set-up and take-down of chairs, pick up and return the popcorn machine, run the popcorn machine during the films, and serve bottled water. If you can lend a hand any of the evenings, please sign up in the narthex or contact the church office. Mark your calendars and come be part of this exciting outreach event!

Find Your True Joy: Women’s Study & Potluck . . . Join other women (ages 18+) for a small group study and potluck luncheon focused on finding true joy! We’ll gather at Immanuel Broadlands on Saturday, June 28th, from 10:00 am–2:00 pm. You’ll work in groups of 4–6 through a series of mini-studies. Please bring your Bible (print or phone) and a soup or salad to share. Drinks and desserts will be provided! While an RSVP is preferred by Sunday, June 23rd, to Constance Herriott at (217) 766-7364 or Constanceevans10@gmail.com, please don’t let that stop you from coming! We welcome you even if you can’t RSVP in advance.

CONTACT INFO FOR VICAR PARLIER . . . If you’re looking to get a hold of Vicar, he can be reached at (630) 301-9740.

PORK CHOP DRIVE THROUGH . . . is Saturday, July 12, 11:00 am–3:00 pm. Greg Campbell is firing up the grill again. A ticket is $13 for two boneless chops, baked potato, green beans, and a dinner roll. Proceeds go to help with the Not Ashamed Conference. Contact Greg Campbell or Jim Dyer to get yours ordered.