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10/04/25

“Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame” Romans 10:11

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Our readings this coming Sunday from Isaiah 62:1-7, Romans 10:11-17, and Luke 24:44-53 beautifully display the attractiveness of the gospel. So many of those around us are disappointed with themselves and feel (whether true or not) that others are disappointed in them. Our Romans reading reminds us that as believers in Jesus our Lord is not disappointed with us. In our Old Testament reading God is fawning over his rebellious people saying that one day they will be called not forsaken, and my delight is in her. He goes on to say that as a bridegroom rejoices over His bride, so will he rejoice over you. Finally in the Luke reading we see Jesus blessing his people, and promising that repentance and forgiveness would be proclaimed in his name. Indeed, repentance and forgiveness are gifts the world so desperately needs to hear. In the end, the gospel is an attractive message!!! See you in worship!

In His Service,

Pastor Krenz

Sunday/Monday Service Theme: “Fuel for our faith and Witness” Romans 10:11-17. On this Sunday we will also be celebrating the work of the LWML, and the Ladies League. Mite boxes used for missions are available, and many of the quilts made to send overseas will be displayed on the pews.

Preschool Scarecrow- Our preschool is proud to take part in the Scarecrow Crawl again this year. Stop by Main Street in October to see our creation and cast your vote.

Adult Sunday morning Bible Study (9:15-10:15am)

Luke/Learning to share our faith- Join us on Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:15 as we continue to walk through the book of Luke, and spend the last 20 minutes of class dialoguing on ways we can share our faith. Come one come all. We are on chapter 4, and this week we will be discussing spiritual conversation starters.

Sunday School - 9:15 to 10:15 am3 years to 7th Grade Youth 8th -12th grade (Meets in Youth room)

Sunday’s Lesson: “The Temple Testimonies,” God fulfills His promise as Jesus is born in Bethlehem. Forty days later, in keeping with the law, the family travels to Jerusalem’s temple for Mary’s purification and Jesus’ presentation. There, they encounter Simeon, a devout Jew whose song of praise lives on in the Church today. Likewise, Anna, the aging prophetess, rejoices at the coming of the Savior.

New Portals of Prayer: The Fall Quarter Portals of Prayer devotions are available in the Narthex.

79th Annual Holy Cross Wurstmarkt & Country Store, at Renault, IL on Sunday, October 26 from noon - 5:00 pm with handicap accessible dining. We have dine in or carry outs that include pork sausage, mashed potatoes, milk gravy, sauerkraut, corn, green beans, cranberry sauce, applesauce, our homemade apple butter, homemade pies, coffee & lemonade. It is $15 for adults; $7 for children 6 - 12 and children 5 and under are free (dine in only). We do have a Country Store with fresh meat, our homemade apple butter, home baked goods and crafts.

Immanuel Lutheran Waterloo 40th Anniversary Organ Concert - Sunday, November 2nd 3 – 4 pm

Next Food Pantry: October 8th 4 - 5:30 pm Pantry Needs: Pork & Beans; Snacks Served 10/1: 21 families (A:42, C:6)