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Preparing for All Saints Sunday...

Do you have a deceased loved one who is now with Christ that you would like remembered in prayer on All Saints’ Day (Sunday, November 1)? If so, please contact Pastor Petering (jpetering@immanuelmemphis.org) no later than October 29 with the name to be included.

Celebrate the District's 60th with Oktoberfest at Immanuel This Saturday!

Join the Mid-South District in its 60th Anniversary celebration at a special Oktoberfest event, coming up at Immanuel this Saturday, October 24 from 11 AM-3 PM. The full day of German-inspired fun will include delicious food and beer, an Oompah band, children's activities, an Oktoberfest costume contest and more. A fundraising auction of unique themed gift baskets will also be held, with proceeds benefiting Neighborhood Christian Centers of Memphis.

Tickets for Oktoberfest are:

• $10 for ADULTS (age 13 & up), which includes a German meal and 2 beverages or craft beers
• $5 for KIDS (age 4-12), which includes a meal and a beverage
• FREE for those under age 4

Purchase tickets online at https://midsouthdistrictlcms.regfox.com/oktoberfest-2026. Tickets will also be available at the gate on event day.

Get Your Oktoberfest Gear!

OKTOBERFEST 2026 T-shirts are available in adult sizes SM-3XL for just $15 each. The white Comfort Colors tee features the Mid-South District's 60th anniversary logo on the left chest and a colorful Oktoberfest design on the back. Order online and pick up your shirt at Oktoberfest!

Don't Miss the Costume Contest

OKTOBERFEST always inspires some festive wear! Be sure to break out the lederhosen, dirndl, or whatever Oktober-festive gear you have and be part of the fun in Saturday's costume contest!

Coming Soon: Two Adult Bible Classes

Beginning November 8, there will be two Adult Bible classes offered on Sunday mornings. Pastor Petering will begin a new Bible Class on 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. Pastor Duncanson will begin a new Bible class entitled: “The Gospel According to St. Paul.” Pastor Petering’s class will be in the Multi-Purpose Room. Pastor Duncanson’s class will be in the Senior Center.

Get Ready for TRUNK or TREAT at Immanuel

Immanuel will be hosting Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, from 4-6 PM. Everyone is invited! There will be decorated trunks with free candy and a balloon artist for children. This is always a fun event, and we would love to have your family join us!

If you would like to provide a decorated trunk, you can sign up at the Information Desk in our church lobby or contact Ed Mell at emell72@bellsouth.net. There will be prizes for the Best Decorated Trunk and Most Humorous Trunk. If you would like to provide bags of candy (nothing containing nuts), please leave them in the labeled box in our church lobby.

Thanksgiving Food Boxes: Blessing Our Neighbors in Need

Immanuel is excited about sharing boxes filled with food items for Thanksgiving with families in need in our community— and we need your help. We’ll be working with our ministry partners such as the Memphis Union Mission, Neighborhood Christian Centers, HopeWorks, and RestoreCorps to ensure these families are reached with the message of Jesus in conjunction with this demonstration of love and compassion. It would be great if individuals and groups could sponsor one or more Thanksgiving food boxes by providing the items needed below. Your donated items can be left in bags, boxes, etc. in the church lobby (in or next to the collection box) no later than Sunday, November 15. We’ll ensure the food items are packaged and that complete boxes are delivered to our ministry partners for families in need early the week of November 17. Items needed for each box include: 1 box of carrot or spice cake mix, 1 container cream cheese icing, 2 large bags (or 3 small bags) instant mashed potatoes, 2 boxes stuffing mix, 1 large can yams, 2 reg. cans green beans, 2 reg. cans corn, 1 bottle juice, 1 bag dried beans, 1 can cranberry sauce, 3 packets (or 1 jar) turkey gravy, 2 boxes macaroni and cheese, 1 - 2lb. bag brown sugar, 1 large package cookies, 2 boxes Jiffy Cornbread mix, 1 box hot cocoa packets, 1 bag mini marshmallows, $20 gift card to Kroger (to purchase turkey). Please do not add additional items. Please contact Ed Mell at emell72@bellsouth.net or 849-2751 regarding what you can provide.

Operation Christmas Child Is Coming to Immanuel!

ECHO Student Ministries will be participating in Operation Christmas Child this year. We will be collecting small gifts for boys and girls ages 0-17 that will fit into a shoebox. Suggested items can be found on the Gift Suggestions Website.

If you would like to contribute to the program, please bring in your items and place them in the box across from the office. Questions? Please reach out to Emily Winter at 901-626-9912 or winteremilyl@gmail.com.

Order Your Pies from Immanuel's LWML...

Immanuel's Lutheran Women in Mission are now taking orders for homemade pies at the church's Information Desk.  Apple, Sugar Free Apple, Blueberry, and Cherry are the options and the cost is $12 each. They will be frozen and unbaked so you can bake them when you want them for the upcoming holidays. 

Immanuel Member Performing in FACS Play

The Immanuel Lutheran family is invited to enjoy a performance of the Neil Simon play Fools, presented by students of First Assembly Christian School in Cordova, November 12-14. Immanuel member Dylan Fildew is a cast member in the play and would love to see the familiar faces of his church family in the audience. For show times and to purchase tickets ($16 ea.), visit the school website at https://www.facsmemphis.org/theatre.

The ILS Online Store Is Open!

We’re excited to announce that the ILS Online Store is officially OPEN! Now you can show your Tiger Pride wherever you go with ILS spirit wear and apparel available to shop from the comfort of your home!

So Many Options to Choose From! —

When you select an item in the store, you’ll be able to choose from 10 different ILS logos. You can also select from the available shirt colors for that particular item.Simply:

1. Choose the item you like.
2. Select your favorite ILS logo/design.
3. Choose your shirt color and size.
4. Place your order!
5. Your order will be shipped directly to your home. 

GRAND OPENING SPECIAL! —

You can receive 15% OFF your order! 

Use Coupon Code: ILS15SH

Offer Expires October 20,2026

Whether you’re a student, parent, teacher, grandparent, or proud ILS supporter, we invite you to shop, show your spirit, and represent our Tigers! 

Visit https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/#/lockers/immanuel-lutheran-school to shop. show your school spirit, and support ILS.GO TIGERS! 

WORSHIP ON OCT. 25:

FOURTH SUNDAY

8:30 AM - Traditional Worship with Holy Communion

11 AM - Hosanna Worship with Holy Communion

SUNDAY'S READINGS- 

First Reading:

Revelation 14:6-7

Second Reading:

Romans 3:19-28

Holy Gospel:

John 8:31-36

(preaching on this text)

SUNDAY CHRISTIAN ED. HOUR (9:50 AM):

K-5th Grade - meets in the school's Computer Lab

6th-8th Grade - meets in the church's Youth Room

9th-12th Grade - meets in the Altar Guild Room

ADULT BIBLE STUDY meets in the school's Multi-Purpose Room

NURSERY CLASS - for ages 2-4 meets, in the Church Nursery

ECHO STUDENT MINISTRY

Junior High (6th-8th Grade) ECHO meets each Sunday, 6-7:30 PM.

Senior High (9th-12th Grade) ECHO meets each Sunday, 5-7:00 PM.

ECHO Student Ministry Leaders:

Mitch Wood - mitwood@gmail.com

Emily Winter -

winteremilyl@gmail.com

Follow ECHO on Facebook

Church Office Hours...



Immanuel's regular church office hours (when someone is guaranteed to be present) are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to noon, or by appointment.