Sixth Sunday of Easter – Rogate
05 May 2024
The Father Answers Our Prayers Because of Jesus
“Truly, truly, I say to you, whatever you ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you” (John 16:23). To pray in Jesus’ name is to pray as one who has been baptized. For it is in the water that He put His name upon you, claiming you as His own, making you a son of God with access to the Father. By His incarnation and crucifixion, our Lord Jesus broke through the barrier of sin which separated us from God, opening a portal to the Father. To pray in Jesus’ name is to pray with faith in Him as the one Mediator between God and men, who gave Himself a ransom for all (1 Tim. 2:1–6). Like Moses in the wilderness, Jesus is our go-between and intercessor before the throne of heaven. He was lifted up for us on the cross that we might be saved and restored to fellowship with the Father (Num. 21:4–9). Looking into this perfect teaching of liberty (James 1:22–27) we pray with boldness and confidence as dear children of God.
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated today to by Mr. and Mrs. Jasen Gibbens in honor of Alexis Cooksey’s baptismal birthday.
Campus Ministry Bible Study/Dinner Our last two bible studies for this school year will be May 7 and May 14 at 5:30 pm. All college students and college age members are welcome! Members, please check the bulletin board to sign up to bring a meal.
Confirmation Banquet May 19 immediately following Divine Service. Mark your calendars and make your reservation on the bulletin insert to join us in celebrating our confirmands!
Didache – Interested in learning more about the essentials of Lutheran doctrine and practice? Please join Pastor’s adult instruction class on Tuesdays at 5:30 pm beginning May 21. Both members and guests are invited to attend, with guests having the opportunity to become communicant members upon completion.
VBS 2024 If you would like to assist in planning and carrying out VBS this year (June 11-13), speak to Arlington Hayne in person or contact him at arlingtonhayne@gmail.com.
Change for Life Bottle Campaign Crisis Pregnancy Center would like to thank you for faithfully supporting them throughout the years! The loving support of the churches within the Wabash Valley has enabled CPC to effectively meet the physical and spiritual needs of this community for nearly 35 years! The proceeds from this campaign are used to purchase the port-a-cribs, toddler beds, baby monitors and car seats that CPC clients earn through the Encouraging Parents Together Program. Please pick up your baby bottle in the Parish Center on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th and return it on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16th. As always, thank you for your loving support of the CPC. https://youtu.be/u-Tu80C_8Sw
Quality, Quantity, Qualified… Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. This week’s topics include: The Movie “Civil War,” Brokenness Theology, Pascal’s Wager, The Hymn “O God, O Lord of Heaven and Earth” and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org, the LPR mobile app, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomePod or your favorite podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today The Sixth Sunday of Easter (Rogate)
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Tuesday
- Campus Ministry Bible Study/Meal, 5:30 pm
Thursday Ascension of Our Lord
- Divine Service, 7:00 pm
Friday
- Westminster Bible Study, 1:30 pm
Saturday
- Youth Catechesis, 9:00 am
Next Sunday The Seventh Sunday in Easter (Exaudi)
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Second Sunday Snacks hosted by YPI, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 pm
