The Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity
20 September 2026
Jesus Calls forth Life from Death
A large funeral procession carrying the only son of a widow is confronted by another large procession, Jesus and His followers. Death and Life meet face to face at the gate of the city (Luke 7:11–17). Filled with compassion, Jesus comes into direct contact with our mortality in order to overcome it. He touches the coffin and speaks His creative words of life, “Young man, I say to you, arise.” Jesus does what is neither expected nor requested. For through Christ, God the Father “is able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or think” (Eph. 3:14–21). Jesus bore our death in His body that we may share in His resurrection. Even as Elijah stretched himself out three times over the Zarephath woman’s son (2 Kings 17:17–24), God stretched Himself out over us in the threefold application of His name in the baptismal water, breathing new and everlasting life into us. “To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
Parish News
Altar Flowers donated by Mr. and Mrs. Cale and Kelly Bays in Memory of Aiden Bays.
YPI Apple Fundraiser It’s that time of year! YPI will once again be picking apples as a fundraiser toward next year’s Higher Things conference as well as other events. Please use the bulletin insert to place your order today.
College Bible Study and Meal Tuesday evenings at 5:30 pm. All college students are welcome to fellowship, a meal, and Bible Study! Members, please check the bulletin board to sign up to bring a meal.
Story of Scripture Thursdays at 5:30 pm. Strengthen your biblical literacy and grow in your understanding of God’s Word. Each week, participants will read 6-10 chapters at home. Together we will move quickly, yet thoughtfully, through the major stories of the Bible. For September 24, please read Mark’s distinctive contributions (Part 1) in advance.
Choir rehearsals Thursdays at 6:45 p.m. If you would like to join us or have any questions, please come to a rehearsal or contact Colleen Davis @ 812-878-1145, or email colleen.davis@indstate.edu.
Unanswered Bible Questions… Issues, Etc., a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio, will have Pastors Bryan Wolfmueller and Brian Kachelmeier respond to your unanswered Bible questions. You can submit your question via email: talkback@issuesetc.org; Facebook: facebook.com/issuesetc; X: @IssuesEtc or the Issues, Etc. Comment Line: (618) 223-8382. You can listen to the interview at your convenience at issuesetc.org, the LPR mobile app and with a favorite podcast provider.
LCMS Foundation The best scenario when creating a Christian estate plan is to work in collaboration. When it comes to estates, many are very motivated by privacy concerns. These privacy concerns can sometimes isolate the individual from others who can offer vital help and support. It is essential to connect with others you trust, and especially those who share faith in Jesus Christ with you. Your LCMS Foundation Gift Planning Counselor is ready to help. Contact Mark Muehl at 260-241-4845 or mark.muehl@lfnd.org.
This Week at Immanuel
Today The Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
- YPI Apple Picking, 12:00 pm
Tuesday
- College Bible Study and Meal, 5:30 pm
Thursday
- Story of Scripture, 5:30 pm
- Choir Rehearsal, 6:45 pm
Next Sunday The Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity
- Sunday School /Adult Bible Study 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 pm
- Fri., 3:30-4:30 pm
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