The Second Sunday after Epiphany
18 January 2026
Jesus’ First Miracle Reveals God’s Glory
The coming of the Messianic kingdom means the restoration of creation. The sign of this restoration is that “the mountains shall drip sweet wine” (Amos 9:11–15). When the elements of a fallen creation fail and run short at a wedding feast, our Lord Jesus steps in to restore creation and miraculously changes water into an abundance of the very best wine (John 2:1–11). With this sign, Christ manifests His glory. The “back” of God (Ex. 33:12–23) is revealed to those who believe. The hour will come when Jesus will again manifest His glory by taking creation’s curse into His own body to release us from its power. The Bridegroom will give His life for the Bride (Eph. 5:22–32), and from His side will flow water and blood, the holy sacraments by which she is cleansed and made one with Him. Through this sacrificial love of Christ we are enabled to “love one another with brotherly affection . . .” and to “outdo one another in showing honor” (Rom. 12:6–16).
Parish News
Please welcome Ryan Cooney and Luke Waggener as they are brought forward today to join our congregation.
College Football National Championship Game The parish center will be open Monday at 7:30 PM for anyone who wants to come and watch Indiana vs. Miami on the projector screen. Feel free to bring any snacks or drinks to share. Plan to bring any comfortable chairs (and a couple extras if convenient) and help tidy up before heading out. All are welcome and adults are welcome to bring a favorite drink for themselves.
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 to 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 Numbers 27; Deut 18:15-22; Deut 33—34 at home with class time devoted to reviewing what was read and connecting the theology of Scripture to our lives today.
Souper Bowl Sunday Soups, Savory & Sweet Sale Mark your calendars for February 8, immediately following Divine Service. Whether you’re in it for the Game, Commercials or the Half Time Show, we’ve got you covered! Stop by the Parish Center and tackle all your game day cravings to go! See bulletin future insert for more details.
2025 Contribution Statements Please pick up your 2025 contribution statements in the Narthex. Any remaining statements will be mailed on January 27.
2026 Altar Flowers Chart on the table in the Narthex. We still have quite a few 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.
This Week at Immanuel
Today The Second Sunday after Epiphany
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Study 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Didache, 3:15 pm
Monday
- College Football National Championship Watch Party, 7:30 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 The Transfiguration of Our Lord
- 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
