Sunday of Jairus’ Daughter and the Fringe of the Garment
The Twenty-fourth Sunday after Trinity
10 November 2024
The Strength of the Lord Is Our Salvation from Sin, Death, and Darkness
A shroud of darkness engulfs us. Sin, death, and disease threaten to sever us from life’s fullest measure. Without new life in Christ Jesus, there would be no light to dissipate, dispel, or curb grief and sadness. But Jesus has qualified us “to share in the inheritance of the saints of light” delivering us from the dark domain (Col. 1:9–14). “I have put my words in your mouth and covered you in the shadow of my hand,…You are my people” (Is. 51:9–16). The presence of Christ, in word, wine, bread, and water, confronts our sinful nature with forgiveness. In the sacraments, God claims us to be His very own children, creating, and sustaining our faith. So in Christ, we humbly receive the words, “your faith has made you well” (Matt. 9:18–26). On the last day God will surely awaken us also from slumber in resurrection glory.
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated by Mr. and Mrs. Rick Todd in honor of their 59th wedding anniversary.
Christmas Poinsettia Order Form is on the table in the Narthex. Poinsettias are $11. Please write your name under “donated by” and, if you would like, the name of a person you would like to remember or honor. Orders are due November 18.
Sunday School Volunteers We are thankful for the opportunity to impart Christ to the children each Sunday during Sunday School, and we’re seeking additional volunteers. If you are willing and able, your help would be a tremendous blessing. If interested, please contact Pastor.
Campus Ministry Bible Study/Dinner Tuesdays at 5:30 pm. All college students are welcome to attend. Members, please consider bringing a meal. Please sign up on the bulletin board outside the Parish office.
Catechesis 2024: Learning by Heart Every Wednesday evening at 5:45pm, we invite all young learners of the congregation (particularly ages 5 and up) and their parents for an hour of worship and catechesis! We will work together to learn by heart the six chief parts of the Catechism. Contact Pastor for more details.
Unanswered Bible Questions… Issues, Etc., a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio, will have Pastors Bryan Wolfmueller and Brian Kachelmeier respond to your unanswered Bible questions. You can submit your question via email: talkback@issuesetc.org, Facebook: facebook.com/issuesetc, X: @IssuesEtc or the Issues, Etc. Comment Line: (618) 223-8382. You can listen to the interview at your convenience at issuesetc.org, the LPR mobile app or a podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today Sunday of Jairus’ Daughter and the Fringe of the Garment (Trinity XXIV)
- Sunday School, 9:00 am
- Second Sunday Snacks hosted by YPI, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Tuesday
- Immanuel Book Club, 10:00 am
- Campus Ministry Bible Study/Dinner, 5:30 pm
Wednesday
- Catechesis 2024: Learning by Heart, 5:45 pm
Thursday
- Choir Rehearsal, 6:45 pm
Friday
- Westminster Bible Study, 1:30 pm
Next Sunday The Twenty-fifth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 4-5 pm
- Friday, 4-5 pm
