The Eighth Sunday after Trinity
26 July 2026
Beware of False Prophets
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves” (Matt. 7:15). Deceit has its strength in masquerading as the truth. False prophets speak a vision of their own heart, not from the mouth of the Lord (Jer. 23:16–29). They deny the judgment of the Lord, speaking peace to the unrepentant, when in truth there is condemnation and wrath. “You will recognize them by their fruits” (Matt. 7:20). The “fruits” of a true prophet are not outward righteousness or success but faithfulness in proclaiming the Word of the Lord. This is the will of the Father in heaven, that pastors take heed to the flock, the Father’s adopted ones (Rom. 8:12–17), warning them against the wolves and their lies, and shepherding the Church of God which He purchased with His own blood (Acts 20:27–38). For indeed, the cross is that good tree bearing good fruit—namely, the body and blood of Christ, given and shed for you for the forgiveness of sins.
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated by Mr. Howard Cohen in honor of Vicar Walts and family.
Your Help Is Needed! Our new Vicar, Jonathan Landrey, and his family will be arriving in Terre Haute on Saturday, August 1, sometime in the early afternoon. He will need LOTS of help unloading his belongings. Stacy has posted a signup sheet outside the Church office and will be collecting names and phone numbers to ensure that everyone who plans to help will be notified of their arrival time. Many hands make light work!
Vicar Installation and Ice Cream Social/Pantry Shower We are pleased to welcome Vicar Jonathan Landrey, Makenna and their children, Evelyn (2) and Michael (6 mos), as they join Immanuel for his Vicarage. Vicar Landrey’s installation will be on August 9 during Divine Service with an Ice Cream Social/Pantry Shower in the Parish Center afterwards. Please see enclosed bulletin for more details.
Marriage-minded Lutheran young adults ages 21–40 are invited to a Lutheran Singles Weekend at Advent Lutheran Church in Zionsville, IN, October 9–11. The weekend will include worship, fellowship, meals, games, and opportunities to connect with other LCMS Lutheran young adults. Out-of-town attendees are welcome. Visit the registration link for the full schedule and details, or contact Rev. Aaron Schultz at aschultz@adventlutheran.org with questions.
Educating A New Generation Of Lutherans… 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 show topics include: Pope Leo’s Encyclical on Artificial Intelligence, The Lord’s Prayer in Lutheran Worship, A Lutheran View of the Scholastics, The Population Bust and more. You can listen on-demand at issuesetc.org, the LPR mobile app or a podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today The Eighth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Matins Service, 10:30 am
Monday-Saturday
- Pastor Out of Town
Saturday
- Vicar Landrey Move-in, Afternoon
Next Sunday The Nineth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Study 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Pastor Out of Town
