THIS WEEK AT IMMANUEL
Sunday (6/14)
- 8:00 am – Bible Class & Sunday School
- 9:00 am—Divine Service
- 11:00 am – Divine Service (Broadlands, IL)
Monday
- 6:00 pm – Not Ashamed Meeting
Tuesday
- 7:00 pm – Board of Elders (Broadlands)
Wednesday
- 4:30 pm – Individual Confession & Absolution
- 6:00 pm – Divine Service
Sunday (6/21)
- 8:00 am – Bible Class & Sunday School
- 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); Brad Butler (friend of Hilgendorfs); Darla Combs (friend of Dave Holzrichter); Crystal Davis (friend of Dave Slaughter); Tim Flynn (friend of Dave Holzrichter); Nash Foreman (friend of Sofie Reifsteck); Randy Frye (friend of Dave Slaughter); Jerry Graham (teacher of Charlotte Cash); 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); Candace McElhaney (daughter of Corky Fields); Cathy Minear (friend of Josh and Jaimee Whitson); Rev. Doug Meyer; Noah Luke Owen; Tresa Pollock; Jo Richner (mother of Leigh Ann Whitson); Brent Reifsteck (brother of Bryce Reifsteck); Denny Reifsteck (cousin of Joan Vukelich); Emma Silver; Kim Travis (friend of Jaimee Whitson); John Waldrop (father of Matthew Waldrop); Lynn Whitson (father of Mark Whitson); Darlene Wiesner (cousin of Joan Vukelich).
SEMINARY STUDENT: Ethan Baumbach; Reece Parlier.
MISSIONARIES: The Jastram Family (Japan); The Preus Family (Romania).
HOMEBOUND: Bernita Ashwill; Wanda Long; Janet Pollock; 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 . . . Micah 7:18–20; 1 Timothy 1:12–17; Luke 15:1–10.
ABOUT THIS WEEK’S READINGS . . . Wisdom has issued an invitation to the divine feast: “Come, eat of my bread and drink of the wine I have mixed. Leave your simple ways, and live, and walk in the way of insight” (Prov. 9:5–6). This is the call of the Spirit of Christ to believe the Gospel and to receive His saving gifts in the Holy Supper. Many make excuses and reject this invitation, even as the Jews did in the days of Jesus, yet the Master’s house will be filled. The Gospel call therefore goes out to the lowly and despised, into the highways, even to all the Gentiles (Luke 14:15–24). For “you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ” (Eph. 2:13–22). In Christ, believing Jews and Gentiles are no longer strangers but fellow members of the household of God. The enmity of class and race is put to death through the cross. Having been reconciled in the one Body of Christ, we are enabled to love one another (1 John 3:13–18) as we await the marriage feast of the Lamb in His kingdom which will have no end.
THOUGHTS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP . . . Luke 14:19 “And another said, ‘I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I go to examine them. Please have me excused.’” The things of this world tempt us to cast aside the things of God. The things of this world demand our attention, time, finances, etc. But Jesus invites us to the feast – what could be more important than this gracious invitation? Today’s parable invites us to examine our own priorities and attempted excuses…and then to come home to the Lord who invites us in humble repentance.
ALTAR FLOWERS . . . are given by Coulson & Lacey Poffenberger and the Munson family to the glory of God on the occasion of Coulson and Lacey’s wedding anniversary.
THANK YOU . . . to all who helped out with Vacation Bible School this year. We had seventeen students attend throughout the week. Special thanks to Sarah Andrésen, Lauren Braaten, Ruth Bretz, Deborah Reifsteck, Willa Braaten and Pierce Andrésen.
SAVE THE DATE . . . August 29, 2026 for this year’s Not Ashamed Conference.
ALTAR GUILD, COFFEE COMMITTEE, & FUNERAL CHAIR . . . For June, the Altar Guild is Krista Freebairn and Savana Andrésen. Coffee Committee is Ann Carroll. June Funeral Chair is Terra Waldrop. For July, the Altar Guild is Ann Carroll and Willa Braaten. Coffee Committee is the Andrésens. June 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
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.
PEACE MEAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED — AUGUST . . . Each weekday in August, volunteers are needed to deliver Peace Meals to neighbors in need. Deliveries run Monday–Friday, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — a two-hour commitment. You may sign up for a full week or just a few days. If you are able to serve, contact Laverl Byers.
A NOTE OF THANKS FROM OLIVER BRAATEN . . . Thank you for your generous scholarship. Higher education is a significant investment, and your support means more than I can say. A brief update on my plans: I have spent the past year working full time on my uncle’s dairy farm in west central Missouri — saving for school and picking up skills in fabrication, plumbing, and electrical work along the way. This fall I will begin at Concordia University – Nebraska, majoring in Graphic Design. My long-term goal is seminary and pastoral ministry. The design skills will complement my theological training as I work toward that calling. This path will take years, and I know that. But I believe it is what I was made for. Thank you again for your generosity. God bless you. Oliver Braaten.
LCMS YOUNG SINGLES RETREAT . . . Saint John Lutheran Church in Sycamore invites LCMS singles (high school graduates thru age 30ish, not dating, dating, even engaged) to join them on Saturday, August 1 (1:00-7:00pm) for a Singles Retreat titled The Underappreciated Love: Philia. This retreat will feature a prayer office, presentations by Pr. David Petersen, indoor and outdoor activities, food, and fun. Participants are welcome to hang around after 7:00pm to visit and/or play board games. Come and get to know other LCMS singles who faithfully confess Jesus Christ and the one true faith. More info and registration are available https://stjohnsycamore.360unite.com/singles-retreat. Saint John is located at 26555 Brickville Road in Sycamore, Illinois.
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