The Divine Service for the Third Sunday after Epiphany (January 23, 2022)
“The Shocking Sermon” – Luke 4:16-30
Jesus preaches in his hometown of Nazareth and delivers a sermon that shocks everyone. He is the fulfillment of God’s Word. He is the Messiah! But He is not about to do miracles to prove it. 2,000 years later, people are not so different, even though we know the end of the story. We know that Jesus lived, died on a cross, and rose from the dead. But do we delight in hearing the good news? It is shocking how we respond to God’s grace. But even more shocking is that God never gives up on us! His grace and love never fail, so we can always rely on God to seek forgiveness and strength for living in these troubling days.
We welcome everyone to the beginning of National Lutheran Schools Week! This is an annual celebration of what God is doing in and through Lutheran schools, from day cares and elementary schools, to high schools, colleges, and seminaries. The ILS school children sang at the 10:15 service. Thanks to Mike MacPherson for his recording!
January 23 2022 Worship service (PDF) or try this web version that will fit your computer, tablet, or phone.
January 23 2022 bulletin (PDF)
January 23 2022 announcements (PDF)
Immanuel Lutheran Church Window Project Summary (PDF – project description for review before January 30 voters meeting)
One of the services will be live-streamed on our YouTube channel. The processed video will be linked on this page when the hymn texts are added.
If you have been blessed and would like to support this ministry, you can can give online here through our online service or check out other ways to give a financial gift to Immanuel. Or mail your contribution to:
Immanuel Lutheran Church
45 West Broadway
Plainview, MN 55964
Please do not mail cash.
Members: If you have offering envelopes, they are addressed and just need a stamp. 2022 offering envelopes are now available in the resource room at church, or contact the church office to get them.
Thank you for your prayers and support!