Church Bulletin

  • Welcome to worship! May we all be fed by God’s Word and sacrament as we gather in this faith community.  If you are unable to attend, our services are live-streamed or available later at our on-line sites listed below.

Contact Information

PASTOR FRAZEE INFO  —  Email:  pastorjoshfrazee@nullgmail.com

                       In need of pastoral care?  Phone:  # 920-583-0030

OFFICE HOURS  >    Mondays – 10-11 am and 6-8 pm           Tuesdays – 10-11 am

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Church Phone:   359-2505 

Facebook:   ImmanuelCourtland

Church Office E-Mail address:  church@nullimmanuelcourtland.com

School & Church web site:    www.immanuelcourtland.com 

To Live-Stream the service:  go.immanuelcourtland.com\YouTubelive

 

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Courtland, MN

Vacancy Pastor:  Pastor Joshua Frazee

Principal:     Mr. Dan Erdman

Teachers:   Mr. Mark Dicke, Mrs. Stacy Reinhart, Mrs. Sue Erdman,   Mr. Ben Holten (a.m.), Mrs. Stacey Masrud (p.m.)

Pre-School Teachers:   Mrs. Amy Kramin

Bible School teachers:   Linda Havemeier, Supt.,  Katie Havemeier,  Anna Frazee 

Mission Statement: 

“We teach God’s true Word, grow in Christ-centered faith, and serve, sharing God’s love.”

The Lord’s Supper

is a special celebration of the Gospel of God’s love, forgiveness, and salvation. This sacred meal is for those who repent of their sins, believe in Jesus as their Savior, and who hunger and thirst for God’s righteousness. Communion is also a holy union of God with His people and His people with each other. VISITORS who are members of LC-MS congregations are welcome to commune with us. Other visitors please check with Pastor before communing with us, or consult with blue folder in the pew Bibles for more info.     ****Communion is celebrated the first and third Sundays of each month. During the summer we also celebrate on the corresponding Saturday evenings of these first and third Sundays at 6:00 PM.

October 3 & 4, 2026 19th Sunday after Pentecost LWML SUNDAY also

  • Order of Worship:     Page 184 – Divine Service Three  also LWML Sunday

     

    Scripture Readings:  Isaiah 5:1-7       Philippians 3:4b-14        Matthew 21:33-46

                                                     

    Theme:        “Wild Grapes”    Isaiah 5:1-7

     

    Hymns:   Opening – 904,     Sermon – 691,       Distribution – 627,      

                    Hymn to Depart – “Serve the Lord with Gladness” to the tune of 892(on screens)

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    Our Prayer Requests include:

    • For the ministry of the LWML.
    • For Nancy Fogelberg, sister of Kathy Blank, who is undergoing tests.
    • For the fall harvest.
    • For the family of Pastor David Susan, 81, who passed away July 6, 2026 in Madison, WI. Pastor Susan served Immanuel 1972-1976.   
    • For reconciliation and peace with God and others, and unity in our midst.
    • For good stewardship of our earthly resources.

     

2026 IMMANUEL CHURCH OFFICERS

Chairman                   Paul Gieseke (‘21) (‘24)

                                                       

Vice-Chairman           Mark Fitzner (‘23)(’26)

Secretary                    Angie Abbas (‘21) (‘24)

Treasurer                    Mark Green (‘24)

Mission Treasurer      Steve Hulke (‘21) (’24)

Board of Elders:         Kelly Bruns (‘24)

                                    Tim Harmening  (’22) (25)

                                    Roger Kontak (‘26)

Board of Ed:               Terry Bruns  (’25)

                                    Jane Eilders (’24)

                                    Katie Stein  (‘26)

Finance Committee:  Vanessa Drill (‘25)

                                    James Bernau (’21) (‘24)

                                    Linda Voges  (’26)

Board of Trustees:     Darin Drill – church (’24)

                                    Tim Beeck – church (’25)

                                    Brent Woller – school  (‘22) (’25)

                                    Scott Stein – school (’24)

Cemetery Committee:           Dave Wagner (‘23)(’26)

                                                Melva Griebel (’23) (’25)

                                                Dan Fischer  (’25)

Christian Outreach Committee:       Jerry Fitzner   (‘23)(’26)

                                                Cindy Schultz (‘21) (‘24)

                                                Glenda Beeck (’21) (‘24) ’25)

Head Ushers:     Travis Vogel (‘17) through (’26)

                           Blake Voges (‘26)

OUR SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK

SAT —          6:00          PM       Saturday Evening Service with communion

SUN —         9:30          AM       Sunday Morning Service with communion

                   10:45          AM       Adult Bible Class

MON —        7:00          PM      Elders

WED —        8:45          AM      Chapel

               6:00          PM        Bible School  till 7 pm

                     6:00          PM        Confirmation class till 7 pm

                     6:30          PM        COUNCIL MEETING

THURS —    9:00          AM      Pastors Winkel

SUN —         8:30          AM      Choir Rehearsal

                     9:30          AM       Sunday Morning Service

                   10:45          AM       Adult Bible Class

 

                                       IN REVIEW “THAT WE MAY GROW”

  1. Worship attendance Sunday Morning Service: 09/27/26 – 221
  2. Loose plate offering – $432.86,   Mission Offering – $190.00

    Bi-Weekly budget needs: $23,403.85;  General Envelopes 9/30/26 – $10,274.00

SERVING THE LORD IN OUR SERVICES

  1. Elder:      Roger Kontak   (507) 779-4385
  2. Head Usher: Travis Vogel           Assist. Head Usher:   Blake Voges
  3. Greeters:    October  3 – Jerry & Gloria Fitzner

                          October 4  – Brad Fitzner

                          October 11  – Shaun Fitzner

  1. Service Leader:    Sandy Gieseke – Saturday     Lisa Fischer – Sunday
  2. AV Coordinator: Vicky Harmening
  3. AV Operators:    October  3 – Mark Dicke

                                   October 4  – Glenda Beeck

                                    October 11  – Kathy Green

  1. Altar Volunteers for October: Judy ® Bode

      Altar Volunteers for November:   TBD

  1. Next committee to serve at funerals – #4

Announcement concerning Pastor David Susan who was pastor of our church 1972 - 1976 MADISON - David Susan passed away on July 6, 2026. Pastor Susan’s ministry touched three nations over six decades of following Jesus, who kept leading him to people and places where all could serve together. Growing up Lutheran in several of these United States, David early discerned a call to ministry; in 1971 he completed the path to ordination in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. While singing in the Concordia College Choir, Bronxville, New York, he met Shirley-the “Love” of his life--they were married at Valparaiso University in 1968. After graduation from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri and a Fulbright-scholarship in music and theology in Berlin, Germany, David was ordained and served Immanuel, a robust country congregation in Courtland, Minn. David and Shirley adopted son Mark, who “brought Korea home to us before home moved to Korea.” As a missionary for eight years with the Lutheran Church in Korea (LCK), David taught at Luther Seminary Seoul, adapted music for the LCK’s sung communion liturgy, and assisted with the Korea Luther’s Works project; the Susan family was also blessed by the adoption of daughters, Rebecca and Michelle. Returning to the United States in 1984, David pastored Immanuel in Madison, Wisconsin, until retirement in 2005. Convinced that “the ground is level at the foot of the cross,” together with laity and colleagues, his Immanuel focus was worship planning and parish nurture. He sang bass with the UW-Madison Choral Union and was active nationally in the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians. In the community, he led a tutor-mentor program at Lowell Elementary School and worked with the Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center on development projects. In retirement, David enjoyed cooking and biking. After Shirley retired in 2010 following 19 years as a reading specialist at Cottage Grove School, they have kept busy with children, grandchildren, Samara and Aiden, and countless excellent Madison hiking opportunities. A memorial service of readings and hymns planned by David will be held at IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1021 Spaight St., Madison at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, 2026, with the Rev. Michael Erdman presiding. Burial will take place at Park Cemetery in Marquette, Mich., on Monday, August 31, 2026. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church Foundation, 1021 Spaight St., Madison, WI 53703 or to Lutheran World Relief, (https://lwr.org). Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

  

Announcements:

  1. Today, on the Lutheran Hour we listen to Guest Speaker, Rev. German Novelli Oliveros as he presents to us a message based from John 10:10-11 titled,  “Embrace Life.”   Jesus offers His abundant life to people plagued by pain and problems.    Next week’s message is titled, “Covered.”            *  Listen on your computer:    lhm.org. 

  *  Listen to The Lutheran Hour at 6:05 am Sunday, on WCCO – Minneapolis 830.          

  *  Hear the Good News of the Gospel each Sunday at 7:00 am on KGLB 1310 AM and       KGLB 96.1 FM Radio.

 

  1. TODAY we also celebrate LWML SUNDAY. The 2026, LWML official theme is “Kindness and Compassion”. During the service we will be reading (on screens) the LWML Pledge and ending the service with an LWML hymn.  More info about the LWML is on the insert in this bulletin, and in the fellowship hall. 

 

  1. We thank Judy ® Bode for serving during our fellowship hour after the church service.  Thank you staying and visiting.     

 

  1. Adult Bible classes are on Sundays at 10:45 am in the conference room. Our study centers from the New Testament, the book of 1 Peter.  Be sure to join us. 

 

  1. 5. You are invited to join us for choir. It is a great opportunity to praise God for all His blessings! A chair has been reserved for you!  Call Ben Holten with any questions (507-246-5183 and leave a message if no answer)

     Next choir rehearsals – NEXT SUNDAY, Oct. 11th at 8:30 AM.

     The Choir will sing Oct. 25th in church (Reformation Sunday); rehearsal at 8:30 AM.

 

  1. 6. NOTE– MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Things not posted on the October calendar:

                         October 7th – 6:30 PM   Council Meeting

                            October 25th – 10:45 AM   Quarterly Voters Mtg

 

  1. On the counter in the entryway are copies of The Lutheran Message. The Lutheran Message is provided to Lutheran churches.  They are not affiliated with any particular synod and operate with complete editorial and financial freedom. These books provide inspirational and uplifting articles and poems.

      Also,  Portals of Prayer  (October – December) are also in the entryway. Pocket sized and one large print available.

 

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Give Away  — The following items are not needed or used anymore here at the church.  If interested or know of someone who might be interested, and if you have any questions, you may speak to an elder.    

  1. ONE (1) humidifier in working order.
  2. A printer in the office—works; little bigger than desk top size

October 3 & 4, 2026   INSERT

  1. TODAY, Sunday, October 4th is also celebrate, LWML Sunday. The 2026, LWML official theme is “Kindness and Compassion” (Ephesians 4:32), with a focus on accepting all people, comforting others, praying for others, and greeting strangers with warmth.

 

    “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”    

 

Mite box money will be collected in a box in the social hall. The Mite Box is more than just a symbol of God’s provision – it’s a reminder that your offerings and prayers bring the love and hope of Jesus to those in need.

The LWML Mite Box devotion encourages women to give small offerings, or “mites,” in gratitude to God, supporting mission grants and fostering spiritual growth through prayer and reflection. These small gifts, or “mites” collectively fund district and national mission grants and support LWML programs, allowing women to participate in spreading the Gospel and serving others.

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  1. Mid Week Advent Services–It is my request that, even though it has been many years since our church has done them, that we would vote to do Mid Week services for Advent this year (2026) and in the years to come.  Advent prepares our hearts to welcome Jesus, both in the remembrance of HIs coming at the very first Christmas, and that He is coming again at the Last Day.  It is a blessed time to prepare for this and to sing a few extra Christmas hymns before Christmas arrives. It has been my practice and desire to continue to have a Christmas hymn at the end of each Advent MW service. These services would be non-Communion services; and look at a theme which would go along with the preparation already mentioned. Please prayerfully consider voting to bring these back this coming winter.  Thanks! Pastor Frazee

 

School News

 

  1. Immanuel Lutheran School will be hosting a Bean Drive Fundraiser the next few weeks to raise money for new bleachers to complement our new gym floor at the school. During the Bean Drive, a parent will chaperone ILS students (with parent approval) and drive a wagon to farm fields as farmers are harvesting beans. The ILS students will ask the farmer if they would like to consider a donation of some of their harvested beans that can be sold by the students at the elevator to raise funds for the new bleachers. In appreciation, ILS will present a sack lunch to the hardworking farmers. If you would like us to stop by in your field, please call or text Glenn or Jane Eilders and we’ll arrange a time to be sure to stop by during harvest. If you do not raise beans but would like to make a donation towards the bleachers, you can put a check or cash in an envelope marked Bleachers, that can be placed in Dan Erdman’s church mailbox or mailed to the school.  If you have any questions, please contact Glenn and Jane Eilders at 507-276-2918.  Thank you!help us meet our fundraising goal.

Thank you to everyone for your support! Please keep the gym floor project in your prayers!

 

  1. Our 5K was a great success again! Thank you so much to the individuals and companies that sponsored this great cause to provide tuition assistance to families in need who attend ILS! See sponsorship list on the back. A copy will also be posted on the school bulletin board here at church. A full report will come out soon once shirts have been paid for and we have a final total. Thank you again for your support of Immanuel Lutheran School!

                                               

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