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Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 10, 2026 The Season of Easter is a 50-day Celebration of the Fact that Christ is Risen. What Difference Does It Make? Today’s Theme: He lives to call me to live for him.First Reading: Acts 17:22-31.Second Reading: 1 Peter 3:13-22.Gospel: John 14:15-21Sermon Text: 1 Peter 3:13-22. The Right Way to SufferPastor Nate Kassulke

Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 3, 2026 The Season of Easter is a 50-day Celebration of the Fact that Christ is Risen. What Difference Does It Make? Today’s Theme: He lives to be the way to heaven.First Reading: Acts 4:8-12.Second Reading: 1 Peter 2:4-10.Gospel: John 14:1-11Sermon Text: Acts 4:8-12. Speaking Boldly About the Risen JesusPastor Ron Koehler

Fourth Sunday of Easter, April 26, 2026 The Season of Easter is a 50-day Celebration of the Fact that Christ is Risen. What Difference Does It Make? Today’s Theme: He Lives to be my Good Shepherd.First Reading: Acts 2:42-27.Second Reading: 1 Peter 2:19-25.Gospel and Sermon Text: John 10:1-10. Know the Voice of Your ShepherdPastor Nate Kassulke

Third Sunday of Easter, April 19, 2026 The Season of Easter is a 50-day Celebration of the Fact that Christ is Risen. What Difference Does It Make? Today’s Theme: He Lives to Restore My Hope.First Reading: Acts 2:14, 32-41.Second Reading: 1 Peter 1:17-21.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 24:13-35. He Lives to Give Us HopePastor Ron Koehler

Second Sunday of Easter, April 12, 2026 The Season of Easter is a 50-day Celebration of the Fact that Christ is Risen. What Difference Does It Make? Today’s Theme: He Lives to Give Me Proof and Peace.First Reading: Acts 2:14, 22-32.Second Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9.Gospel and Sermon Text: John 20:19-31. That You May BelievePastor Nate Kassulke

Easter Festival Service, April 5, 2026 The Season of Easter is a 50-day Celebration of the Fact that Christ is Risen. What Difference Does It Make? Today’s Theme: He Lives to Take Me from Death to LifeFirst Reading: Jonah 2:2-9.Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11.Gospel: Matthew 28:1-10.Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Take Your Stand on This: Christ Was Raised.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Good Friday Tenebrae Service, April 3, 2026 The Suffering Servant: Isaiah 53 and the Passion of Christ from John 18-19, Luke 23, and Mark 15.MeditationsPastor Ron Koehler

Holy Thursday Lenten Service, April 2, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zechariah.First Reading: Exodus 24:1-11Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:23-28Gospel: John 13: 1-15, 34Sermon Text: Zechariah 13: 1-3. A Cleansing FountainPastor Nate Kassulke

Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026 Our Worship Series: Palm Sunday: Look Up to See Your KingFirst Reading: Zechariah 9:9-10Second Reading: Philippians 2:5-11.Gospel and Sermon Text: Matthew 21:1-11. The Sights and Sounds that Signaled the Savior’s Arrival.Pastor Ron Koehler

Midweek Lenten Service, March 25, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zechariah.Passion History Reading: Matthew 27:27-66Sermon Text: Zechariah 12:10-13Pastor Ron Koehler

Fifth Sunday in Lent, March 22, 2026 Our Worship Series: Exactly What I Need. This week: LifeFirst Reading: 2 Kings 4:17-27Second Reading: Romans 8:11-17.Gospel and Sermon Text: John 11:17-27, 38-45.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Midweek Lenten Service, March 18, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zechariah.Passion History Reading: Matthew 27:1-26Sermon Text: Zechariah 6:9-13Pastor Seth Scheuerlein

Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 15, 2026 Our Worship Series: Exactly What I Need. This week: SightFirst Reading: Isaiah 42:14-21Second Reading: Ephesians 5:8-14.Gospel: John 9:1-7, 13-17,34-39.Sermon Text: Isaiah 42:14-21. Watch Carefully, Blind Ones..Pastor Nate Kassulke

Midweek Lenten Service, March 11, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zechariah.Passion History Reading: Matthew 26:57-75Sermon Text: Zechariah 8:14-17Pastor Ryan Heiman

2026 Tour Martin Luther College Choir, March 8, 2026 Martin Luther College 2026 Spring TourScriptures and Sermon lead by Preseminary Students of MLC

Midweek Lenten Service, March 4, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zecvhariah.Passion History Reading: Matthew 26:36-56Sermon Text: Zechariah 13:7-9Pastor David Parsons

Midweek Lenten Service, February 25, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zecvhariah.Passion History Reading: Matthew 26:1-35.Sermon Text: Zechariah 1:1: 7-13, What’s He Worth to You?.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Second Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2026 Our Worship Series: Exactly What I Need. This week: FaithFirst Reading: Genesis 12:1-8Second Reading: Romans 4:1-5, 13-17.Gospel: John 3:1-17Sermon Text: Genesis 12:1-8. Consider Abram as a Model for Your Faith.Pastor Ron Koehler

Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026 It Is Finished: Lenten Service this year explores the prophecies of Zecvhariah.First Reading: Isaiah 59:12-20.Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 7:8-13.Gospel: Matthew :1-6, 16-21Sermon Text: Zechariah 1:1-6, Return to Me.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Transformation Sunday, February 15, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus Is the Son of God in Glory.First Reading: Exodus 24:9-18.Second Reading: 2 Peter 1:16-21.Gospel and Sermon Text: Matthew 17:1-9. Jesus Is the Glorious Son of God.Pastor Ron Koehler

Fifth Sunday after Epiphany, February 8, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus calls you salt and light.First Reading: Exodus 19:1-8.Second Reading: 1 Peter 2:9-12.Gospel and Sermon Text: Matthew 5:13-20. Be What Jesus Has Made YouPastor Nate Kassulke

Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, February 1, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus calls you blessed.First Reading: Zephaniah 2:3; 3:11-13.Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31.Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12Sermon: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31. Why Does God Bless Us?Pastor Ron Koehler

Third Sunday after Epiphany, January 25, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus Is the LightFirst Reading: Isaiah 8:19 to 9:4.Second Reading: 1 John 2:3-11.Gospel and Sermon Text: Matthew 4:12-23. Light That Was Foretold by The ProphetsPastor Ron Koehler

Second Sunday after Epiphany, January 18, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus Is the Lamb of GodFirst Reading: Isaiah 49:1-6Second Reading: Colossians 2:6-15Gospel: John 1:29-41Sermon Text: Colossians 2:6-15. Find Fullness in ChristPastor Nate Kassulke

First Sunday after Epiphany, January 11, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus Is the Christ, the Anointed OneFirst Reading: Isaiah 42:1-7Second Reading: Acts 10:34-38Gospel and Sermon Text: Matthew 3:13-17-. Revelations at the RiverPastor Ron Koehler

Epiphany Sunday, January 4, 2026 The Epiphany of Our LORD: Love’s Pure Light Beams from Thy Holy FaceFirst Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6Second Reading: Ephesians 3:2-12Gospel and Sermon Text: Mattjew 2:1-12. The Wise Men Saw the LightPastor Nate Kassulke

Christmas Day, December 25, 2025 First Reading: Isaiah 52:7-10Second Reading: Hebrews 1:-1-9Gospel and Sermon Text: John 1:1-14. Holy Infant So Tender and MildPastor Nate Kassulke

New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025 First Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8Second Reading: Hebrews 13:5-8Gospel: Matthew 25:1-13Sermon Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8Pastor Nate Kassulke

First Sunday after Christmas, December 28, 2025 The Son of GodFirst Reading: Isaiah 63:7-9Second Reading: Galatians 4:4-7Gospel and Sermon Text: Matthew 2:13-23. The Son of God Meets Our Wicked WorldPastor Nate Kassulke

Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025 Christ The Savior Is BornGenesis 3:8-15: Effects of a Fallen Angel’s ProclamationGenesis 22:15-18: The Angel of the LORD’s PromiseIsaiah 9:2, 6-7: The LORD of Armies Will Gring SalvationMicah 5:2-5: The Savior Will Be Born in BethlehemLuke 1:26-35, 38: The Angel Visits MaryMatthew 1:18-25: The Angel Visits JosephLuke 2:1-20: The Angels Announce the Savior’s BirthPastor Ron Koehler

The Fourth Sunday in Advent, December 21, 2025 This Year’s Sunday Advent Series: Imminent Arrival. This week: Imminent Arrival of Emmanuel.First Reading: Isaiah 7:10-14.Second Reading: Romans 1:1-7.Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:18-25. Sermon Text: Isaiah 7:10-14. Trust That Jesus is “God with Us.”Pastor Ron Koehler

Midweek Advent Worship, December 17, 2025 This year’s Advent Series: Bible Songs of Christmas. This week: The Song of AngelsLesson One: Isaiah 54:4-13Lesson Two: Psalm 57Lesson Three and Sermon Text: Luke 2:8-14. The Angels’ Greatest HitPastor Ron Koehler

The Third Sunday in Advent, December 14, 2025 This Year’s Sunday Advent Series: Imminent Arrival. This week: Imminent Arrival of the Messiah.First Reading: Isaiah 35:1-10.Second Reading: James 5:7-11.Gospel Reading and Sermon Text: Matthew 11:2-11.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Midweek Advent Worship, December 10, 2025 This year’s Advent Series: Bible Songs of Christmas. This week: The Song of ZechariahLesson One: Ezekiel 37:21-28Lesson Two: Psalm 36Lesson Three: Galatians 4:4-7Lesson Four and Sermon Text: Luke 1: 57-79. The Song of ZechariahPastor Seth Scheuerlein

The Second Sunday in Advent, December 7, 2025 This Year’s Sunday Advent Series: Imminent Arrival. This week: Imminent Arrival of the Judge.First Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10Second Reading: Romans 15:4-13.Gospel Reading and Sermon Text: Matthew 3:1-12Pastor Ron Koehler

Midweek Advent Worship, December 3, 2025 This year’s Advent Series: Bible Songs of Christmas. This week: The Song of MaryLesson One: 2 Samuel 22:26-33Lesson Two: Psalm 113Lesson Three: Micah 5:2-5Lesson Four and Sermon Text: Luke 1:39-56. The Song of MaryPastor Ryan Heiman

The First Sunday in Advent, November 30, 2025 The Imminent Arrival of the KingFirst Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7.Gospel: Matthew 21:1-11.Sermon Text and Sermon: Philippians 4:4-7. Rejoice in the Peace of GodPastor Nate Kassulke

Thanksgiving Eve Service, November 26, 2025 You are great LORD GOD, because there is none like you. from 2 Samuel 7:18-22Scripture Reading: Philippians 4:4-9.Gospel: Luke 19:1-10.Sermon Text: 2 Samuel 7:18-22. An Attitude of Thanksfulness.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Last Sunday of the Church Year, November 23, 2025 Our Series Theme-Cause/Effect in God’s Kingdom. Our Theme for Today: Scripture/AnticipationFirst Lesson: Habakkuk 1:1-3; 2:1-4.Second Lesson: Revelation 22:6-13.Gospel: Luke 12:35-40.Sermon Text: Revelation 22:6-13. God’s Written Word Prepares Us for the Day that is Coming SoonPastor Ron Koehler

Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost, November 16, 2025 Our Series Theme-Cause/Effect in God’s Kingdom. Our Theme for Today: Judgment/PeaceFirst Lesson: Malachi 4:1-6.Second Lesson: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10.Gospel: Luke 21:5-19Sermon Text: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10. God’s Righteous Verdict Will Be RevealedPastor Nate Kassulke

Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost, November 9, 2025 Our Series Theme-Cause/Effect in God’s Kingdom. Our Theme for Today: Grace/JoyFirst Lesson: Micah 7:18-20Second Lesson: Romans 5:6-11.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 19:1-10. The Splash and Ripple of GracePastor Ron Koehler

Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost, November 2, 2025 Our Series Theme-Cause/Effect in God’s Kingdom. Our Theme for Today: Sainthood/StaminaFirst Lesson: Revelation 21:1-6Second Lesson: Hebrews 11:32-40.Gospel: Luke 6:20-23.Sermon Text: Hebrews 11:32-40. The Sights and Sounds of All Saints’ DayPastor Nathan Kassulke

Lutheran Reformation Sunday, Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost, October 26, 2025 First Lesson: Isaiah 56:1-8Second Lesson: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21Gospel: John 17:13-23Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21. It’s All About Christ! Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary Professor Joel Otto

AZ Lutheran Academy Sunday, Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost, October 26, 2025 First Lesson: Joshua 4:1-9.Second Lesson: Revelation 3:7-13.Gospel: John 8:31-36Sermon Text: Joshua 4:1-9. What Do These Stones Mean?.Pastor Nate Kassulke

WELS 175th Anniversary, Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost, October 12, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wells 175th Anniversary: CHRIST THROUGH US. Today’s service: Christ For Us.First Lesson: Genesis 3:8-15.Second Lesson: Romans 5:8-10.Gospel: John 1:9-14.Sermon Text: Romans 5:8-10. Christ For Us.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, October 5, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wounds That Heal. This Sunday’s Message: Increased Faith Increases Duty.First Lesson: 1 Chronicles 29:.1-2, 10-18Second Lesson: 2 Thessalonians 1: 1-5, 1-12.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 17: 1-10.Pastor Ron Koehler

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 28, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wounds That Heal. This Sunday’s Message: What Helps in Life Fails in Death.First Lesson: Amos 6:1-7.Second Lesson: Hebrews 13:1-6.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 16:19-31. The Chasm Between Heaven and Hell.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 21, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wounds That Heal. This Sunday’s Message: No One Can Serve Two Masters.First Lesson: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20Second Lesson: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 16:1-13Pastor Ron Koehler

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 14, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wounds That Heal. This Sunday’s Message: The Found are Lost; the Lost are Found.First Lesson: Hosea 3:1-5.Second Lesson: 2Corinthians 2:5-11Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 15:1-10. The Lost and FoundPastor Ron Koehler

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 7, 2025 Our Worship Series: Wounds That Heal. This Sunday’s Message: Count the CostFirst Lesson: Deuteronomy 30:15-20.Second Lesson: Philemon 1, 7-21Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 14: 25-35. Leave the Crowd To Be a DisciplePastor Nate Kassulke