The Sunday of Jesus Healing an Official’s Son
All Saints Tide – Trinity XXI
09 November 2025
God Declares Us Righteous Unsheathing His Word Against All Evil
“‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (Gen. 1:1—2:3). The Father speaks, and it is so. His Word accomplishes what it says. He created all things out of nothing through His Son by the power of the Holy Spirit. The Father’s creative Word became flesh in Jesus Christ, that He might restore fallen creation and save fallen man. To the nobleman whose son was deathly ill, Jesus says, “Go; your son will live” (John 4:46–54). And in the very hour Jesus spoke, the nobleman’s son was made well. The Word of Christ still accomplishes what it says. In baptism, absolution, and the Lord’s Supper, He declares His life–giving forgiveness to you, and it is so. This saving Word of God is the sword of the Spirit by which you are able to fight off all the onslaughts of the devil (Eph. 6:10–17). “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.”
Parish News
The Altar Flowers donated today by Mr. and Mrs. Kris Bilyeu in honor of our children and grandchildren.
Christmas Poinsettia Order Form is on the table in the Narthex. Poinsettias are $12. Please write your name under “donated by” and, if you would like, the name of a person you would like to remember or honor. Orders are due November 16.
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 Exodus 5-10 at home with class time devoted to reviewing what was read and connecting the theology of Scripture to our lives today.
Didache Interested in learning more about the essentials of Lutheran doctrine and practice? You are invited to join Pastor’s Didache class. Both members and guests are invited to attend. Our next class will be November 9 at 3:15 pm. Please contact Pastor for more information.
Casual Planning Gathering Mark your calendars and join the Deacons and other planners on November 23 after Divine Service for an opportunity to help plan the 2026 Church Calendar and events.
Choir Practice Thursdays at 6:45pm and Sundays in the Loft at 10 A.M. For more details, please text or call Colleen Davis at 812-878-1145 or email colleen.davis@indstate.edu.
From Pastor & Emily: No Thanksgiving Day plans yet? We warmly invite you to our home (136 Phoenix) on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27th) at 5:00 PM for Dinner. Join us for food, fellowship, and leisure as we give thanks for the Lord’s continued provisions. RSVPs (580-465-6498) are appreciated to assist with food preparation. Feel free to bring a beverage of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and any leisure activities you think might add to the occasion (board games, festive instrument, etc.). We look forward to celebrating with you!
This Week at Immanuel
Today The Sunday of Jesus Healing an Official’s Son
- 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
Tuesday
- College Bible Study and Meal, 5:30 pm
Wednesday
- The Story of Scripture, 4:30 p.m
Thursday
- Catechesis 2025: Learning By Heart, 4:00-4:45 pm
- Choir Practice, 6:45 pm
Next Sunday The Twenty-second Sunday After Trinity
- Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:00 am
- Divine Service, 10:30 am
Pastor’s Open Office Hours
- Wednesday, 3:45-4:45 pm
- Friday, 3:45-4:45 pm
