The Sunday of Peter’s Call – Trinity V
30 June 2024
Jesus Makes Fishers of Men
The Lord called fishermen to be fishers of men (Luke 5:1–11). The net they would use is the message of the cross, which is foolishness and a stumbling block to the world (1 Cor. 1:18–25). The power of God to save is not in spectacular signs like wind and fire and earthquakes (1 Kings 19:11–21), nor is it to be found in human intelligence and wisdom. The power of God to save comes in the still, small voice of the preaching of Christ crucified. In worldly darkness the disciples could catch nothing. But in the light of Christ, whose Word was attached to the water, the boats were filled with fish. So it is that in Baptism you have been drawn in to the ship of the Church. Though the nets are breaking and some who hear the Word do not believe, pastors continue to cast the net of the Gospel and the Sacraments, that Christians may abide in the boat of the Church and that we may be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks a reason for the hope that is in us (1 Peter 3:8–15).
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated today by Mr. and Mrs. Dr. and Mrs. Michael Latta in memory of John Latta.
A Special Thank You to Rev. Thomas King, III, for his service in leading Adult Bible Study and Divine Service today.
Didache – Postponed until July 9.
Lakeview Ministries Next year marks our 60th anniversary! We are hosting town hall style forums throughout the area to hear from supporters and create a vision for the future of camp. The forum will start with a brief presentation of the staff’s plan for Camp Lakeview, Lakeview Villages, and Lakeview Springs. This will be followed by small group discussions to get feedback from attendees. Sandwich platters and snacks will be served 30 minutes before the forum begins. We would love to have you join us at Lutheran High School – Indianapolis on Tuesday, July 9th. Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/RUZvgc48HPXicoVa7.
More Topics, More Guests, More Jesus… 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 Role of Religion in America’s Founding Documents, Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age, Pronatalism, The Hymn “Jesus, Thy Boundless Love to Me,” and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org, the LPR mobile app, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomePod, TuneIn or a podcast provider.
Lost and Found Please check the lost and found tote in the back hallway. After two weeks, these items will be donated to a worthy cause.
This Week at Immanuel
Today The Fifth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Thursday-Friday
Church Office Closed
Next Sunday The Sixth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
Cancelled until 7/10
