Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere)
01 March 2026
Holding God to His Word
Jacob wrestled with God; he would not let Him go until he received a blessing from Him (Gen. 32:22–32). So it was with the Canaanite woman. Though Jesus seemed to ignore and reject her, she continued to call upon His name and look to Him for help (Mt. 15:21–28). Even when the Lord called her a little dog, she held on to Him in faith and would not let Him wriggle out of His words: “Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.” This Gentile woman shows herself to be a true Israelite, who struggles with God and man in Christ and prevails. “O woman, great is your faith! Be it done for you as you desire” (Mt. 15:27–28). This is the sanctifying will of God (1 Thess. 4:1–7)—to test your faith in order that it may be refined and strengthened. For tribulation produces perseverance; perseverance, character; character, hope. And hope in Christ does not disappoint (Rom. 5:1–5).
Parish News
Easter Lilies Order Form is on the back table in the Narthex. Please clearly print your name and the name of the person(s) you would like to honor or memorialize. The cost is $14.00. The order deadline is March 9. You may also order by contacting the Parish Office at 812-232-4972 or stacy.gibbens@ielcth.org.
Lenten Vespers and Midweek Meal Vespers service at 7:00 pm, Midweek Meal at 5:30 pm. The meal theme this week is Italian. Make your reservation on the bulletin insert.
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 1-7 at home with class time devoted to reviewing what was read and connecting the theology of Scripture to our lives today.
2026 Martin + Katie Conference Join us in Champaign, IL on Saturday, March 28, 2026 to grow as Christian men and women, meet new friends, get to know each other, and have fun. The conference is open to Lutheran young adults, ages 18-30. Married or single are welcome. Registration is required, as capacity is limited. Please register at http://martinpluskatie.org no later than Friday, March 20th.
Book of Proverbs Bible Study… The Word of the Lord Endures Forever is a daily 15-minute verse-by-verse Bible study produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Will Weedon. Pastor Weedon recently started a study on the Book of Proverbs:11-20. You can listen at your convenience at thewordendures.org, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomePod, TuneIn, the LPR mobile app and a podcast provider.
This Week at Immanuel
Today Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere)
- 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 Story of Scripture, 4:30 pm
- Lenten Midweek Meal, 5:30 pm
- Vespers, 7:00 pm
Thursday
- Choir Practice, 6:45 pm
Saturday
- Council of Deacons Monthly Meeting, 8:00 am
Next Sunday Third Sunday In Lent (Oculi)
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Second Sunday Snacks hosted by YPI, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- Didache, 3:15 pm
- Lutherhaus, 7:00 pm
Pastor’s Open Office Hours (please note new time)
- Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm
- Friday, 3:30-4:30 pm
