The Divine Service for Reformation Sunday (October 31, 2021). We also observe the rite of Confirmation at the late service for two youth catechumens. We give thanks to God for providing Martin Luther and for giving him the strength and courage to stand firm in the true faith that set him free. Freed to stand firm and strong in Christ, Luther did just that. In doing so, he showed God’s love to thousands of people. We are also a people blessed by his service. May we also humbly do God’s work in whatever way we can and be faithful to God who has saved us.

2021-10-31.Reformation Day service (PDF) or try this web version that will fit your computer, tablet, or phone.
2021-10-31 announcements (PDF)

We apologize that the 10:15 service will not live-streamed on our YouTube channel. The service was recorded, so the video will be linked on this page when the hymn texts are added. We had internet connection problems that could not be fixed before the service.

“Freed to Stand Firm and Strong” – John 8:31-36

If you have been blessed and would like to support this ministry, you can 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. If you do not have your 2021 offering envelopes, contact the church office to get them.

You can give online here through our online service or check out other ways to give a financial gift to Immanuel.

Thank you for your prayers and support! May your week ahead be blessed in the Lord!

The service of the Word and Prayer for Reformation Sunday (October 25, 2020). We will never understand the grace of God unless we get just how sin messes with our hearts and lives. We can end in despair or in prideful self-righteousness unless we are guided to a better understanding of who God is. Jesus comes to forgive and tells us to abide in His Word that we would know real truth that sets us free of both despair and pride. May the blessings of the Reformation’s emphasis on the power of the Gospel to save give you cause to rejoice in your salvation!

It’s nearly time to vote in the general elections of 2020. But how do you select a candidate to vote for? Here is a helpful guide put out by the MN South District to help you consider the issues that Christians should be on the lookout for in candidates for office at all levels of government: http://www.mnsdistrict.org/engaged-in-mission/2020/9/30/2020-lutheran-voter-information-guide

October 25 – Reformation video service
October 25 bulletin
October 25 announcements
Confirmand verses and statements
October 2020 – Vicar PJ and Melanie Aarsvold letter

If you have been blessed with this service of the Word and would like to support this ministry, you can mail your contribution to:

Immanuel Lutheran Church
45 West Broadway
Plainview, MN 55964

Members: If you have offering envelopes, they are ready to mail.

Please do not mail cash. You can also give online here.