Eighth Sunday after Trinity
08 August 2022
Beware of False Prophets
âBeware of false prophets, who come to you in sheepâs clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolvesâ (Matt. 7:15). Deceit has its strength in masquerading as the truth. False prophets speak a vision of their own heart, not from the mouth of the Lord (Jer. 23:16â29). They deny the judgment of the Lord, speaking peace to the unrepentant, when in truth there is condemnation and wrath. âYou will recognize them by their fruitsâ (Matt. 7:20). The âfruitsâ of a true prophet are not outward righteousness or success but faithfulness in proclaiming the Word of the Lord. This is the will of the Father in heaven, that pastors take heed to the flock, the Fatherâs adopted ones (Rom. 8:12â17), warning them against the wolves and their lies, and shepherding the Church of God which He purchased with His own blood (Acts 20:27â38). For indeed, the cross is that good tree bearing good fruitânamely, the body and blood of Christ, given and shed for you for the forgiveness of sins.
Parish News
Altar Flowers  are given by Mr. and Mrs. Cale Bays and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Danielsen in honor of Sydneyâs baptismal birthday.
Adult Bible Class  On Sunday 07 August Pastor Meyer will begin teaching the Adult Bible Class. Once we have finished the lessons on The Liturgy, the topic will be: Justification: Am I Good Enough for God? The study will last about 7 weeks. It’s time for you to recommit to the study of the Scriptures. BE a good example to others while feeding yourself with God’s Word.
6th Annual Brat Trot will take place on October 15 and we need your help! Please consider asking your employer to sponsor this event. Proceeds benefit Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and are tax deductible. Sponsorship letters and forms are on the table across from the office. Any questions regarding sponsorships can be directed to Jamie Thomas at jace2528@gmail.com. Thank you!
Volunteers Needed to run the iPad playing the organ. Volunteers should be communicant members of Immanuel, age 18 years or older. Training provided. Sign up sheet on the bulletin board outside the parish office or contact Kris Wineinger at wineingerkris@yahoo.com to volunteer.
Lutheran Talk And Music Mobile App⌠You can listen to Lutheran talk and music 24/7, anytime, anywhere with the free Lutheran Public Radio app. You can download for your cell phone at the App Store, Google Play or at issuesetc.org.
This Week at Immanuel
Today  Eighth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- First Sunday of the Month Fellowship, 12:00 pm
Monday
- Immanuel Book Club, 10:00 am
Friday
- Westminster Bible Study, 1:30 pm
Next Sunday  Nineth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30am
