Sexagesima
08 February 2026
Scripture Alone
The Sower sows the seed of His Word (Luke 8:4–15). This Word is living and powerful (Heb. 4:9–13) to conceive new life in those who hear it. But the planting of Christ is attacked by the devil, the world, and the flesh. Satan snatches the Word away from hard hearts. The riches and pleasures of this life choke off faith. Shallow and emotional belief withers in time of temptation and trouble. But see how Christ bears this attack for us! Christ’s cross was planted in the hard and rocky soil of Golgotha. A crown of thorns was placed upon His head. Satan and His demons hellishly hounded and devoured Him. Yet, through His dying and rising again, He destroyed these enemies of ours. Jesus is Himself the Seed which fell to the ground and died in order that it might sprout forth to new life and produce much grain. In Him, the weak are strong (2 Cor. 11:19–12:9). He is the Word of the Father which does not return void (Is. 55:10–13) but yields a harvest hundredfold.
Parish News
The Altar Flowers donated today by Mrs. Jo Ann Beleslin in Memory of William Beleslin.
Souper Bowl Sunday Soups, Savory & Sweet Sale TODAY! Stop by the Parish Center immediately following Divine Service and tackle all your game day cravings to go! Whether you’re in it for the Game, Commercials or the Half Time Show, we’ve got you covered!
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 Judges 2-9 at home with class time devoted to reviewing what was read and connecting the theology of Scripture to our lives today.
Ash Wednesday Divine Service will be held on February 18, 2026 at 7:00 pm with imposition of ashes beginning at 6:45 pm. Please join us after Divine Service for our “hot cross” buns reception.
Lenten Vespers and Midweek Meal Vespers service at 7:00 pm, Midweek Meal at 5:45 pm. Watch for upcoming bulletin inserts to make your reservations.
2026 Altar Flowers Chart is now posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex. We still have many Sundays open. 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.
The Light of God’s Word in a World of Darkness… 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 subjects include: A Christian View of Leisure, Responding to Transgenderism in Light of God’s Word, Jesus as Priest, Faithful Ministry in a Post-Christian Culture, Reducing Theology to Pithy Slogans, Christian Apologetics and more. You can listen at your convenience at issuesetc.org, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomePod, TuneIn, the LPR mobile app and a podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today Sexagesima
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Study 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Souper Bowl Sunday Soups, Savory & Sweet Sale, 12:00 pm
- Didache, 3:15 pm
Tuesday
- College Bible Study and Meal, 5:30 pm
Wednesday
- The Story of Scripture, 4:30 pm
Thursday
- Choir Practice, 6:45 pm
Next Sunday Quinquagesima
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Didache, 3:15 pm
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 3:45-4:45 pm
- Friday, 3:45-4:45 pm
