Easter Season
The Day of Pentecost — May 24, 2026
Pentecost Sunday Joplin Missouri — On May 24, 2026, Immanuel Lutheran Church gathered to celebrate the Day of Pentecost — the 50th day after Easter and the birthday of the Christian Church. The sanctuary was dressed in red, the congregation joined their voices in hymn and liturgy, and Pastor Christopher Ramstad brought a Pentecost message centered on a question that still echoes through the centuries: What does this mean? Pentecost Sunday in Joplin, Missouri: Michael’s Secret Stuff Immanuel Lutheran Church…
Ascension of Our Lord — May 17, 2026
Ascension of Our Lord Joplin Missouri — on Sunday, May 17, 2026, Immanuel Lutheran Church gathered to celebrate the Ascension of Our Lord, observed on the seventh and final Sunday of the Easter season. Pastor Christopher Ramstad preached from Acts 1:1-11, exploring how Christ’s ascension is not just a dramatic exit — it is the bold opening of the church’s ongoing story as Spirit-filled witnesses to the ends of the earth. Ascension of Our Lord in Joplin Missouri: The Story…
Sixth Sunday of Easter — May 10, 2026
Sixth Sunday of Easter Joplin Missouri — Pastor Ramstad preaches “So Incredibly Blessed and So Incredibly Stressed” from 1 Peter 3:13–22 on Mother’s Day at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Watch the full 10:30 AM worship service.
Fifth Sunday of Easter — May 3, 2026 — Confirmation Day
Fifth Sunday of Easter Joplin Missouri — Confirmation Day at Immanuel Lutheran Church as eight young members publicly confess the Christian faith. Pastor Christopher Ramstad preaches on the stoning of Stephen from Acts 6–7. Watch the full 10:30 AM worship service.
Fourth Sunday of Easter — April 26, 2026
Good Shepherd Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church — Rev. Christopher Ramstad preaches on John 10:1–10. Jesus says, “I am the door of the sheep.” Easter Season worship in Joplin, Missouri.
Third Sunday of Easter — April 19, 2026
Third Sunday of Easter Joplin Missouri — On April 19, 2026, the congregation of Immanuel Lutheran Church gathered for the Third Sunday of Easter to hear one of the most beloved stories in Scripture: the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. Pastor Christopher Ramstad preached on Luke 24:13–35, tracing how Jesus walks with His disillusioned people through the valleys of life — and reveals Himself in the breaking of the bread. Pastor Ramstad also led the children’s talk, bringing…
Second Sunday of Easter — April 12, 2026
On the Second Sunday of Easter, Rev. Christopher Ramstad preaches from John 20:19-31, where the risen Christ appears to His disciples and Thomas, proclaiming peace and bestowing the Holy Spirit. The 10:30 AM service was made especially joyful by the children of Martin Luther School singing in worship. Hear the good news of the resurrection at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Learn more about Martin Luther School at martinlutherjoplin.com.
Easter Sunday – April 5, 2026
Easter Sunday worship service from Immanuel Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Joplin, Missouri. He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! Celebrating the resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Preacher: Rev. Christopher Ramstad. April 5, 2026.
Ascension – May 22, 2022
Service for the Ascension of Our Lord (observed) Rev. Gregory Mech, pastor | 8:00 and 10:30 | Thanksgiving to God and Recognition of Our Graduates Special thanks to all who helped to make this service and broadcast possible:Rev. Gregory Mech, DCE Jason Glaskey, organist Betty Lingenfelter, Altar Guild, Board of Elders, and all of our volunteers! While [Jesus] blessed them, he parted from them and was carried up into heaven. And they worshiped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and were continually in the temple blessing God. Luke…
Easter 5 – May 15, 2022
Service for the Fifth Sunday of Easter Rev. Gregory Mech, pastor | 8:00 and 10:30 Special thanks to all who helped to make this service and broadcast possible:Rev. Gregory Mech, DCE Jason Glaskey, organist Betty Lingenfelter, Altar Guild, Board of Elders, and all of our volunteers! “When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you…
Jeff Wilson Funeral – May 9, 2022
To the Glory of God and in Memory of Kenneth Jefferson “Jeff” Wilson Monday, May 9, 2022 — 10:00 am JEFF WILSON OBITUARY Kenneth Jefferson “Jeff” Wilson, age 85, Carl Junction, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at his home with family at his side. Jeff was born November 18, 1936 in Hominy, Oklahoma, son of the late Kenneth Taylor Wilson and Ann Ferrell (Bullock) Wilson. He grew up in Arkansas and graduated from Little Rock High School. He…
Easter 4 – May 8, 2022
Service for the Fourth Sunday of Easter and Mother’s Day Rev. Gregory Mech, pastor | 8:00 and 10:30 | Voter’s Meeting between services to Call a Transitional Pastor Special thanks to all who helped to make this service and broadcast possible:Rev. Gregory Mech, DCE Jason Glaskey, organist Betty Lingenfelter, Altar Guild, Board of Elders, and all of our volunteers! ACCLAMATION Alleluia! Christ is risen!He is risen indeed! Alleluia! “Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!”“Amen! …