Judica – Fifth Sunday in Lent
22 March 2026
Jesus Is Our Redemption
In the temple Jesus said, “If anyone keeps my word, he will never see death” (John 8:51). For Jesus came to taste death for us—to drink the cup of suffering to the dregs in order that we might be released from its power. Clinging to His life-giving words, we are delivered from death’s sting and its eternal judgment. Christ is our High Priest, who entered the Most Holy Place and with His own blood obtained everlasting redemption for His people (Heb. 9:11–15). He is the One who was before Abraham was, and yet is his descendant. He is the promised Son who carries the wood up the mountain for the sacrifice, who is bound and laid upon the altar of the cross. He is the ram who is offered in our place, who is willingly caught in the thicket of our sin, and who wears the crown of thorns upon His head (Gen. 22:1–14). Though Jesus is dishonored by the sons of the devil, He is vindicated by the Father through the cross.
Parish News
Lenten Vespers and Midweek Meal Vespers service at 7:00 pm, Midweek Pitch-in Meal at 5:30 pm. The meal theme this week is Soup and Sandwiches! If you plan to attend, please fill out the bulletin insert with your name, the number of your party, and what you will bring to share. Thanks!
Easter Breakfast The Young People of Immanuel are hosting their annual Easter Breakfast on April 5 from 8:30 am to 9:45 am. Proceeds to be used for their trip to Higher Things this summer. Please see the bulletin insert to make your reservation and to donate an item for the breakfast.
College Bible Study and Meal Our college students are invited to fellowship, a meal, and Bible Study on Tuesday evenings at 5:30 pm. Members, please check the bulletin board and sign up to bring a meal.
The Story of Scripture Wednesdays, 4:30–5:30 p.m. Strengthen your biblical literacy and grow in your understanding of God’s Word. For the upcoming week, we will read 1 Samuel 23-31 and 2 Samuel 1 at home with class time devoted to reviewing what was read and connecting the theology of Scripture to our lives today.
Equipping the Priesthood of All Believers… Issues, Etc. is a podcast and radio talk show produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. Recent topics include: Speaking Truth to Power; The 98th Academy Awards; Leisure & Love of Neighbor; Philippians 4:8: “Think on These Things;” Reaching Out to Gen Z Women and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomePod, TuneIn, the LPR mobile app and a podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today Judica-Fifth Sunday In Lent
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Study 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Didache, 3:15 pm
Tuesday
- College Bible Study and Meal, 5:30 pm
Wednesday The Annunciation of Our Lord
- The Story of Scripture, 4:30 pm
- Lenten Midweek Pitch-in Meal, 5:30 pm
- Divine Service, 7:00 pm
Thursday
- Choir Practice, 6:45 pm
Friday
- Altar Guild Word Day, 10am-12pm
Next Sunday Palm Sunday
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Didache, 3:15 pm
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm
- Friday, 3:30-4:30 pm
