The Nineth Sunday after Trinity
02 August 2026
The Steward’s Shrewdness Sanctified
“The master commended the dishonest manager for his shrewdness” (Luke 16:1–9). The steward’s 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 master’s name. In the same way, though we have squandered our heavenly Father’s 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 Lord’s 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. 10:6–13). For the Lord is our strength and a shield to all who trust in Him (2 Sam. 22:26–34).
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated by Mr. and Mrs. Cale Bays in honor of Sydney’s baptismal birthday.
Please welcome Sandy Darrow and Nick Lanier as they are brought forward today to join our congregation.
Vicar Installation and Ice Cream Social/Pantry Shower Immanuel is truly blessed to welcome Jonathan Landrey as our new Vicar. Let’s gather to welcome Jonathan, Makenna and their children Evelyn and Michael next Sunday following Divine Service at an ice cream social and pantry shower held in their honor. Donations of non-perishable food items, paper goods and other staples will happily be accepted. Gift cards are always a good idea!
Immanuel Church Picnic Please join in a relaxing afternoon with food, games and great company at Deming Park’s Lions Shelter #2 on Saturday, August 22 from 12-3 pm. Bring a dish to share! Reservations can be made on the bulletin inserts or by calling the church office. We hope you’ll join in the fun!
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.
Essential Exercise For The Christian Mind… 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 subjects include: Karl Marx’s Fascination with the Devil, The Fall of the Great Republics, Reducing Theology to Pithy Slogans, First-Century Jewish Historian Josephus on Jesus and more. You can listen 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
Saturday
- Council of Deacons Meeting, 8:00 am
Next Sunday The Tenth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Study 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Vicar Landrey and Family Welcome Ice Cream Social/Pantry Shower, 12:00 pm
- Lutherhaus, 7:00 pm
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wed. and Fri., 4-5 pm (Please note new time)
