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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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Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
February 8, 2026
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Paraments color: GREEN
Scripture Readings for February 8, 2026
Light shines in the darkness for the upright, the psalmist sings. Isaiah declares that when we loose the bonds of injustice and share our bread with the hungry, the light breaks forth like the dawn. In another passage from the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, the light of the world, calls his followers to let the light of their good works shine before others. Through baptism we are sent into the world to shine with the light of Christ.
Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 112:1-10; 1 Corinthians 2:1-16; Matthew 5:13-20
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Grace and peace to you,
What a gift to get to worship together after a week of being apart!
In all of my years serving as a pastor and even my years attending church, this past Sunday was by far my favorite annual meeting Sunday. The idea of an annual gathering of a congregation holds so much promise to speak to the past year of ministry. But somehow a business meeting always seems to fall short of achieving that.
Many thanks to each of you who spent time and energy putting words to your faith, and to how you have seen God moving at Hutto Lutheran. Even though we do so much together, there are some things I heard spoken that I had never thought about before. Your stories were important ones for us to hear. I had goosebumps the whole time listening to you share.
As I heard the stories being shared I thought of even more stories to add to those and I imagine each of you could as well. So grateful to each of you for the ways you give of yourself to be 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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HLC Committee Meetings Week
Hutto Lutheran embodies the body of Christ at the beginning of each month by the meeting of 7 active committees (Fellowship, Outreach, Property and Cemetery, Worship and Music, Christian Education, Stewardship and Finance and Communications). There are other committees that meet as needed including the Vacation Bible School and Fundraising committees. Guests are welcome to these meetings. Times and locations (in person or online) are listed in the Sunday bulletin and on the HLC google calendar through the HLC website. Questions can be directed to points of contact for each committee listed in the bottom of the elink or to the church office.
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KHLC Church Play
Final dress rehearsal is Friday at 5PM
Tickets can be purchased by using the QR code to the left clicking on the QR Code or using any of the 'Four Ways To Give' options at the bottom of the HELC Webpage.
For more information contact Angela Pompa, adpompa@hotmail.com.
Silent Auction Donations
Do you have Christmas presents and or other items that you would like to donate? There will be a silent auction at the KHLC play. You can bring donations on Sundays or during office hours. For more information contact Monica Campos-Guerra, 512-658-0586.
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Scout Sunday
Join us for worship on Sunday, February 8th led by scouts in our congregation and with Cub Scout Pack 912, our partner organization.
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HLC Emergency Phone Tree Volunteers
The Fellowship Ministry team is looking for volunteers who are willing to participate in an HLC Emergency Phone tree in the event of bad weather in the future. The goal of this ministry would be for all HLC members to have someone check on them in the event of bad weather. Each captain would be responsible for contacting 5 HLC members. Once volunteers are recruited a ministry will be put into place. Please email the office if you can help.
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Ashes to Go, February 18th
12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Come by the covered driveway outside the Narthex between 12:00-1:00 on Ash Wednesday, Feb 18 to receive prayer and ashes.
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Ash Wednesday Service
Ash Wednesday service will be 7 PM February 18th. The service will be live streamed. The link will be on the website or by clicking on the 'Ash Wednesday' link here.
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Youth Hangout and Service Day
Sunday, February 22nd
Youth Hangout Day! Join us for pizza, games, fellowship and a community service project right after church service!
Bring a friend! Sunday February 22nd in the 404.
Contact Monica Campos-Guerra 512-658-0586 if you have any questions.
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Adult Catechism Class
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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Women's Bible Study
Sundays at 9:00am
Women's Bible study meets Sundays at 9:00am in the front room of the 502 Ministry center. Studying the book "Help is Here", by Max Lucado.
For more information contact Sherry Fincher, 303-919-7770.
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Adult Bible Study
Join Ernie Schmiesser and Daniel Doty for an adult Co-Ed class focused on a deep dive of the Bible one book at a time. We take our time to fully engage in the scripture itself and meaningful discussion each Sunday at 9am in the 502 living room and are currently studying the gospel of Mark.
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Youth Christian Education
Meets Sundays at 9:00am
Pre-k-2nd Grade: Ms. Leslie meets in Classroom 2
3rd Grade-6th Grade: Rehearsals for KHLC play
Confirmation students Rehearsals for KHLC play
High School: Rehearsals for KHLC play
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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 group that meets weekly to make quilts.
Knot Perfect Quilters will meet each Wednesday at 3:00 pm in the 502 Ministry Center.
1st and 3rd Wednesdays members will tie finished tops, match squares and design layouts to be sewn into tops.
2nd and 4th Wednesdays members who sew will bring their machines and supplies to sew blocks and piece tops. Extra machines will be available for Knot Perfect friends to help beginners. Other members may lay out new quilt tops for sewing.
These quilts are sent to Lutheran World Relief to be distributed throughout the world where there is great need in times of hardship and disaster.
All are welcome. 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 second and fourth 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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HLC Music
Bell choir- If you are interested in playing in a bell quartet contact Frank Simon, 512-554-5741
Voice choir will practice every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 11:30AM in the sanctuary.
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Financial Status
The Financial Status of HLC as of the end of January 2026:
Total expenditures $19,041
Total income $15,674
Income under expenses by $3,367
Vision Fund balance: $20,176.18
Attendance
Feb 1: 88
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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, Gilbert Gonzales, friend of Courtney Elkins, Rosie McCrady, friend of Irene Hackbarth, Gary McDonald, Grandfather of Connor McDonald,
Barbie Johnson, Ken Tuck and Corey Vollette and Don Wiederhold.
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
Johnny Walker
Altar Guild
Carol Conrad
Cantor
Rey Segura
Lector
Scout Sunday
Assisting Minister
Victoria & Sebastian
Communion Assistant
Joe Cook
Children's Message
Heather Duewer
Wiggle Time
Victoria Huerta & Victoria Muller
Altar Flowers
Judy Prater
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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February Birthdays
1 Rey Segura
3 Luke Fowler
3 Meg Jameson
7 Warren Murray
8 Emily Hill
9 Rose Duewer
9 Kayla Noren
10 Judy Prater
15 Dexter Montoya
15 Catharena Rydell
18 Emily Hammond
23 Claudia Cook
28 Ken Tuck
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February Anniversaries
9 James & Lois Haag
12 Joe & Jess Maier
14 Bruce & Heather Duewer
28 Victoria & David Huerta
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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
Office hours are Tuesday to Thursday 9 AM - 1 PM or by appointment.
Contact info
Reach the office by leaving a message on the Church phone (512) 759-2064 or email the church office at office@huttolutheranchurch.org
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