The First Sunday after Christmas
31 December 2023
The Seed of David Comes to His Temple
A Rod has come forth from the stem of Jesse (Is. 11:1–5)—the Seed of David whose kingdom shall be established forever (2 Sam. 7:1–16). In the fullness of time, God sent forth His Son Jesus to redeem us from the judgment of the Law (Gal. 4:1–7). Now He is presented in the temple in fulfillment of the Law and revealed to be “a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel” (Luke 2:22–40). Christ has enlightened us in baptism, giving us to be adopted as sons of God and heirs of eternal life. Receiving the Holy Sacrament of His body and blood, we are prepared to depart this world in peace, for our eyes have seen the salvation of God in Him.
Parish News
Let’s Toast the New Year! Join us today for Fifth Sunday Meal! The food will be yummy and the fellowship ideal!
Epiphany of Our Lord Join us on Saturday, January 6 at 5:00 pm for Divine Service. We will undecorate the sanctuary immediately following service.
2024 Altar Flowers Chart on the table in the Narthex. Please print clearly to sign up for the dates you would like to donate flowers and, if you wish, a designation “in memory of” or “in honor of” a person or occasion.
2024 Contribution Envelopes Please pick up your 2024 contribution envelopes from the table in the Narthex.
Study God’s Word in 2024… LCMS Stewardship has encouraged Lutherans to spend 1% every day (14 minutes) in God’s Word and prayer. The Word of the Lord Endures Forever is a daily, 15-minute, verse-by-verse Bible study produced by Lutheran Public Radio and hosted by LCMS Pastor Will Weedon. Pastor Weedon is currently leading a study on the Book of Colossians. You can listen at thewordendures.org, the LPR mobile app or your favorite podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today First Sunday after Christmas
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Fifth Sunday Meal-Brunch!, 12:00 pm
Saturday The Epiphany of Our Lord
- Council of Deacons, 8:00 am
- Catechesis, 10:00 am
- Divine Service, 5:00 pm
- Undecorate Sanctuary, 6:00 pm
Next Sunday The Baptism of Our Lord
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
No Office Hours This Week
