The Sunday of the Parable of the Shrewd Steward
Trinity IX
28 July 2024
The Stewardâs Shrewdness Sanctified
âThe master commended the dishonest manager for his shrewdnessâ (Luke 16:1â9). The stewardâs shrewdness is praiseworthy for two reasons. First, he knew the master would be merciful. He trusted that the master would honor the debts he forgave in the masterâs name. In the same way, though we have squandered our heavenly Fatherâs possessions in selfishness and sin, Jesus is the Steward who has canceled our debt, knowing that His forgiveness will be honored by the Father because of the holy cross. Secondly, the steward was shrewd in using oil and wheat to provide for his earthly welfare. So also do these earthly elements aid us when pressed into heavenly use in the anointing of baptism and the wheat of the Lordâs Supper. Those who have the Sacraments will have an eternal home when their earthly home fails. These provide us aid in times of temptation (1 Cor. 10:6â13). For the Lord is our strength and a shield to all who trust in Him (2 Sam. 22:26â34).
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated today to the Glory of God by Dr. and Mrs. Frank Acker.
Moving Day Pastor has closed on his new home and he needs your help! Moving Day will be Saturday, August 3. Please contact the church office at 812-232-4972 or add your name and phone number to the signup sheet in the Narthex. Thank you!
Brat Trot Calling all volunteers⌠our steering committee needs you! Itâs time again to begin planning our 8th Annual Brat Brat/Beer Challenge. This event is a great outreach to our community and also shines a spotlight on Terre Hauteâs Historic Brewing District and our beloved Farrington Grove historic neighborhood. Please contact Brad Cress at bcress@ma.rr.com or call the church office at 812-232-4972.
 âHistory of Confirmationâ presented by Pastor Cockran Please join Pastor Cockran on August 7 at 5:30pm for this special lesson focusing on confirmation and catechesis.
Catechesis Roundtable As we strive to relate the history of catechesis and Confirmation to our 21st century context, Pastor Cockran invites you to the Parish Center on August 14 at 5:30 pm for deeper discussions on this topic. Letâs explore, clarify, pray, and better define âwhat itâs going to beâ among us. See you there!
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, 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  The Nineth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Tuesday
- Didache, 5:30 pm
Wednesday
- Church Office Closed
Saturday
- Pastor Cockranâs Moving Day, 9:00 am
Next Sunday   The Tenth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Class, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastorâs Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 pm
- Friday, 4:30-5:30 pm  Â
