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You are welcome at Hutto Lutheran Church
regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, belief, income level or education. We invite you to be a part of this faith community
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Our Mission
We are one body in Christ, sent in Faith to share God's Love, through Worship, Service, Fellowship and Witness.
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Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost
September 13, 2026
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Paraments color: GREEN
Scripture Readings for September 13, 2026
In today’s second reading Paul questions why we judge one another, since we all stand before the judgment of God. Yet we do sin against one another, and Jesus’ challenge that we forgive seventy-seven times reveals God’s boundless mercy. When we hear the words of forgiveness in worship and sign ourselves with the cross, we are renewed in baptism to be signs of reconciliation in the world.
Genesis 50:15-21; Psalm 103:[1-7] 8-13; Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 18:21-35
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Grace and peace to you!
This upcoming Sunday we join with Lutherans across the country participating in God's Work Our Hands Sunday.
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) launched the initiative on September 8, 2013, as a nationwide day of community service to mark and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ELCA's formation from its Lutheran predecessor bodies.
God's work our hands Sunday encourages thousands of congregations across the United States to step outside the church walls and perform hands-on service projects in their local communities. As Lutherans we believe that salvation is a free gift from God through grace, freeing believers to go out into the world and actively serve their neighbors.
The video below includes a special greeting from the presiding bishop of the ELCA as we prepare for this day.
On this day we are reminded of the beauty of the body of Christ. We are reminded that not only do each of us have unique gifts to use at Hutto Lutheran, but Hutto Lutheran has unique gifts that we offer that make up part of the work that is done throughout the whole body of Christ. Jesus' body is no longer physically in this world, but together we are the hands and feet of Christ.
Join us this Sunday as we worship God together, offer items for the Hutto Resource Center and design quilt tops for Lutheran World Relief and Chrismonds for our HLC Christmas tree.
Giving thanks for the any ways you are one body in Christ sent in faith to share the love of God through worship, service, fellowship and witness!
God’s peace,
Pastor Amanda
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Lost & Found
Items from the lost & found will be out on a table in the narthex in September. Items not claimed will be donated to the rummage sale.
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Thursday Evening Women's Bible Study
*first class September 10th
Looking for a quiet space to slow down, connect, and go deeper in your faith? Join us on the second Thursday of the month at 6:00pm in the church office for a Women’s Bible Study, led by Pastor Amanda. Come as you are. Bring your real story, share transparently, and ask the tough, honest questions without judgment as we grow together in God’s word. All women are welcome!
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Shhhhhh!!!! It's a surprise!!!
Nadine Johnson’s 90th birthday celebration
Where: Hutto Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall
When: September 12, 2026 10 am – 2 pm
(we’re planning on getting her there around 11am)
“Come and Go” event. There will be sandwiches, tea, punch, and cake.
If you can’t attend but would like to send birthday wishes, please send an email to traugott_johnson@hotmail.com and he will forward them to her. You can also mail a card to:
PO BOX 194
Hutto, TX 78634
In lieu of gifts, please make a donation to the church of your choice in her honor.
Hosted by: Traugott TJ Johnson, Proud nephew
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Kindergarten and 3rd Grade Bibles
Hutto Lutheran supports the growth of our children by giving them Bibles in both Kindergarten and 3rd grade. If you have a child in either of these grades or have not received these Bibles, let Pastor Amanda know. There will be a presentation of Bibles during worship on Sunday, September 13th.
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God's Work, Our Hands (GWOH)
HRC Collection
GWOH Sunday is September
13th. For this effort, Hutto Lutheran is collecting items for the Hutto Resource Center.
You are invited to bring one or a multiple of any of the following items:
soap/body wash, shampoo, men’s and women’s deodorant, hand soap, toilet paper, and Clorox wipes.
Items can be dropped off in the Narthex or the church office by Sunday, September 13th. If you would rather donate to the purchase of items, please make your check payable to HLC and note GWOH in the memo line.
Help Design a Quilt
On GWOH Sunday we would like to invite you to help to design quilt tops for the Knot Perfect Quilters. Please let Trudy Simon at 512-554-5417
know if you would like to help. A light lunch will be provided.
Help Make New Chrismonds for the Christmas Tree
In place of Christmas ornaments, our HLC Christmas tree has Chrismonds - handmade symbols of God's love. One of the stations for GWOH will be an opportunity to make new Chrismonds for the HLC Christmas tree.
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WELCA Women's Bible Study
WELCA Women's bible study will meet Wednesday, September 16th at 9:30AM at Emma's house.
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New Member Classes
There will be new member classes Saturday, September 19th, October 3rd and October 17th at 11:00am in the church office. Contact Pastor Amanda if you are interested or would like more information (512) 636-9784.
Join us as we welcome new members at a new member worship service and potluck on October 25th.
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HLC Music
Bell choir- HLC Bell choir is regrouping and recruiting new members to continue the mission of praise through music in our church. We will have opportunities to play in small group quartets and as a larger ensemble for special occasions. Sign up for small group time slots will be posted on the music room door. I will coordinate quartet rehearsal times with each group signed up so that it meets the needs of those specific four people. If anyone would like more information, please contact Frank or Trudy Simon.
Frank 512-554-5741
Trudy 512-554-5417
Voice choir - there will be a choir interest meeting on Sunday, September 27th after church in the sanctuary to determine hopes for an HLC choir this program year.
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Annual Rummage Sale
The Annual Rummage Sale is Saturday, September 26th from 8am – 1pm.
It’s time to declutter and clean out your closets, garages and attics and donate to the rummage sale.
Storage space is limited so please bring your donations on Sunday September 20th – our youth will help you unload your vehicle.
We will be sorting items in the evenings from 4-6pm the week of September 21-25. Please stop by if you would like to help sort – volunteers welcomed!
For questions contact Monica 512-658-0586 or Jill 512-585-5837.
Help send our youth to the National Youth Gathering!
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Youth Christian Education
Meets Sundays at 9:00am
*begins Sunday, September 13th
Pre-k-2nd Grade: Led by Ms. Leslie meets in Classroom 2
3rd Grade-6th Grade: Led by Ms. Heather meets in Classroom 3
Confirmation students: Led by Pastor Amanda, meets in the church office
High School: Led by Barbie Johnson and Max Ebert, meets in the 502 Ministry Center
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Sunday School Round Up
Meets Sundays at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall
*begins Sunday, September 13th
A time built for all generations to sing, dance or play an instrument! Sheet music/chords are available upon request from Pastor Amanda.
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Adult Co-Ed Class
*Starts Sunday, September 13th
Adult Co-Ed class meets in the 502 Ministry Center on Sunday mornings at 9:00am. Contact Daniel Doty.
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Women's Bible Study
*Starts Sunday, September 13th
Women's Bible study meets Sundays at 9:00am in the church office. Studying the book "Help is Here", by Max Lucado.
For more information contact Sherry Fincher, 303-919-7770.
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Adult Catechism Class
*classes start September 10th
Have you ever wondered the meaning and significance behind the things we say each week in worship like the Lord's Prayer, the Apostles Creed, the Ten Commandments, baptism and communion?
Sherry Fincher is leading a class on Martin Luther's Small Catechism and other Lutheran topics this fall on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 1:00pm at her home. For questions, text Sherry at 303-919-7770.
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Knot Perfect Quilters
"Those who sleep under a quilt, sleep under a blanket of love."
The HLC Knot Perfect Quilters is a small group. We meet twice a month to make quilts to send to Lutheran World Relief for distribution throughout the world wherever there is a great need in times of hardship and disaster. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 3:00 in the 502 ministry center. Finished tops are tied, four-patch matches are made, and quilt top designs are created to be sewn into tops. Much of the sewing is done at home. All are welcome.
Special programs include a yearly Quiltathon event in the fall and God’s Work Our Hands.
Contact Barbara Sylvester.
Email: bnsylvester@twc.com Cell: 903-819-4004
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayer Shawl Ministry Learn to knit or crochet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month in the church office meeting room at 1 PM.
For more information, contact Jane Bolgen, 512-413-7242.
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Feeding the 5,000
Join us every month on the 1st and 3rd Saturday morning from 9am to 12 Noon to help feed a free breakfast to the community. Volunteer opportunities are available for welcoming guests and spending time visiting with the community. To volunteer, Please use this link. Also, just a reminder that a Food Handler’s card is required to volunteer in the kitchen. Please direct any questions to Irene Hackbarth or Jackie McGary.
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Financial Status
The Financial Status of HLC as of the end of August 2026:
Total expenditures $164,141
Total income $147,865
Expenses over Income by $16,276
Operating Account Balance: As of the end of August we have $28,239 available for paying expenses. We also have $40,255 in a savings account available when needed for paying bills if our Operating Account gets low.
Vision Fund balance: $23,656.79 This is as of the second quarter of 2026.
Capital Improvement: Our balance available in the Operating Account is $11,099. We also have $26,569 in a savings account available when needed for paying Capital Improvement expenses.
The Operating Account is decreasing monthly as our expenses have been exceeding our income for the past couple months. The Insurance will be coming due in the coming months. Part of the insurance was paid in May.
If you have any questions about our Financial Status, please contact Rodney Westphal.
ATTENDANCE:
Sept 6- 56
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Prayer List
Have a prayer request? Email the Office with a prayer request for you or someone you love. Requests will be left on the list for a month. Feel free to submit request again for continued prayers.
Patti Krueger, Jill Johnson's sister, Rosie McCrady, friend of Irene Hackbarth, John Schwertner, friend of Anne and Johnny Walker, Paul Downs, brother of Angela Romo, Deborah Cook, friend of Claudia Cook, andSatomi, friend of Victoria Huerta
Barbie Johnson, Ken Tuck and Corey Vollette, Don Wiederhold, Angela Pompa, Sara Bovit, Darlene Rydell and Stephen Miers.
Seeking personal prayer?
If your need is private, and you don't want your name publicly posted in this eLink your request can be shared with HLC's confidential prayer team. In life's difficult times (we all have them), know that HLC is ready to lift you up in prayer.
Know someone who could use a prayer blanket?
Many thanks to our prayer shawl ministry team for blankets made for HLC congregation. Supplies for fleece tie prayer blankets available to make a blanket for anyone in the community in need of prayer. Email Pastor Amanda pastor@huttolutheranchurch.org to find out more.
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Worship Participants
Council Rep
Corey Vollette
Altar Guild
Carol Conrad
Cantor
Rey Segura
Lector
Barbie Johnson
Assisting Minister
Frank Simon
Communion Assistant
Frank Simon
Children's Message
Barbie Johnson
Altar Flowers
Barbie Johnson
Worship Volunteers
We are the body of Christ, and everyone's gifts are important! We need your help.
Sign up to lead at the Hutto Lutheran Church.
If you want direction on leading let Pastor Amanda know and she can train you.
Greeter - Welcome members and guests, contact Darlene Rydell if you are interested, 512-269-8981.
Lector - Read the lessons for the day in worship.
Assisting Minister - One or two people to offer the prayers of intercession.
Communion Assistant - Assist with serving communion.
Altar Guild - Set up for and take down communion settings.
Thanksgiving moment - One person to share briefly (two or three minutes) something they are grateful for.
Altar Flowers provide flowers for both sides of the altar.
Feeding the 5,000 Volunteer sign up
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September Birthdays
1 James Haag
5 TJ Johnson
7 Martin Arnold
7 Willy Huffman
9 Buddy Vanecek
11 Patrick Johnson
14 Roland Hernandez
15 Lynn Lidell
15 Don Wiederhold
17 Eric Johnson
17 Nadine Johnson
21 Sebastian Huerta
22 Sherry Fincher
22 Ashley Walters
25 Jackie Dahl
28 Dawn Montoya
29 Wayne Erickson
29 Sally Lyons
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September Anniversaries
27 Joe & Barbara Sylvester
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Office Info
Pastor Amanda is in Hutto Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays either at the church or out making visits. If you would like to visit with her and want to confirm she will be in the office or schedule a time you can reach her by phone 512-636-9784 or by email pastor@huttolutheranchurch.org.
Office Hours
Tuesday - Thursday
9 AM - 1 PM
or by appointment.
Contact info
Church phone: (512) 759-2064
Text: (512) 759-2064
Email: office@huttolutheranchurch.org
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