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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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Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost
October 4, 2026
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Paraments color: GREEN
Scripture Readings for October 4, 2026
What is Stewardship?
In today’s readings we are reminded of God’s abundant provision and our call to be stewards of God’s creation and to share our abundance and our lives with each other.
Micah 6:1-8; Psalm 19; Acts 4:32-34; Luke 12:13-21
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Grace and peace to you,
These past several weeks have truly been a gift: to hear people share their faith and their experiences of God, to watch existing ministries take off again, to witness new ministries forming, to participate in new member classes, and to watch you all accomplish so much together. We are small but mighty and God is here! Thank you to all who contributed items, purchased items and especially to all who turned a pile of things into a trove of sorted treasures: thank you thank you thank you! Another 1500 was raised to get the kid to camp and the ELCA youth gathering next summer.
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OWLs Luncheon
Tim Crow, Taylor’s unofficial historian will present our OWLS program on Wednesday, September 30, with a potluck beginning at 11:30.
The slide show program highlights famous people from Taylor along with a delightfully entertaining narrative by Mr. Crow. Don’t miss the first fall OWLS program. you’ll be glad you came.
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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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Christ In Our Home Devotionals
Christ in Our Home is a quarterly Christian devotional that brings you a daily message of God's amazing grace. Reflections and prayers are based on scripture readings from Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings. Each day offers a Bible verse, a personal commentary or meditation, a suggested prayer concern, and a unique prayer.
Free devotionals for Oct-Dec available in the Narthex.
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Cards for Annette Bryant's 99th Birthday
Annette Bryant is turning 99 on October 3rd. Can we send Annette 99 cards? Cards and stamps are available in the church office. Annette's address is
109 Canyon Road, Georgetown, Texas 78628.
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Stewardship Month
For the month of October we have an opportunity to reflect together on the theme of stewardship at Hutto Lutheran as well as our stewardship in our daily lives through temple talks from members and worship.
October 4th - Stewardship in General
October 11th- Stewardship of Money
October 18th - Stewardship of Time and Talents
On Reformation Sunday, October 25th, we will have a chance to present our Time and Talent and Commitment cards for 2027 with a special offering during worship. Extra cards available in the Narthex.
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New Member Classes
There will be new member classes 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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World Hunger Day - October 16th
World Food Day is celebrated in more than 150 countries and more than 50 languages to raise awareness of hunger. This year’s theme, “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.,” highlights how we can combine traditional knowledge with forward-thinking solutions to ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food.
ELCA World Hunger has been at work for more than 50 years, addressing root causes of hunger around the world and here in the United States through innovative, sustainable projects. Your gifts connect people with training and resources so they can enjoy a fruitful harvest, access clean water, send their kids to school, get adequate healthcare and strengthen their income streams.
This World Food Day, our congregation is invited to join ELCA World Hunger in taking action. When we work together, we can build a just world where all are fed.
At our annual Christmas party, the Fellowship and Outreach Committees collect money for ELCA Good Gifts to purchase goats, chicks, piglets, roosters, share of a cow, share of a fish farm, seeds and gardening tools, and water filters. In addition, when purchased on Giving Tuesday, our purchase dollars are matched.
The Fellowship and Outreach Committees are challenging the congregation to match or beat our commitment of $500 for this worthwhile effort.
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Quilting Marathon
Knot Perfect Friends are having a Quilt-A-Thon from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, October 10. We will be cutting and matching fabric, designing tops, sewing seams, ironing, and tying. Lots of different ways to participate! We have sewing machines available for loan too. Please let's us know if you're interested in attending as we are providing lunch.
Barbara Sylvester
903-819-4004
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Youth Christian Education
Meets Sundays at 9:00am
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
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
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
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
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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Thursday Evening Women's Bible Study
Looking for a quiet space to slow down, connect, and go deeper in your faith? Join us on the second and 4th Thursdays 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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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- 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 - 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 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
Sept 13- 85
Sept 20- 82
Sept 27- 76
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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, 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 Bovitand 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
Joe Cook
Altar Guild
Darlene Rydell & Becky Zimmerman
Cantor
Leslie Doty
Lector
Barbie Johnson
Assisting Minister
Joe Cook
Communion Assistant
Joe Cook
Children's Message
Claudia Cook
Altar Flowers
Brenda Graham
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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October Birthdays
2 Heather Duewer
3 Annette Bryant
7 Bradley Graham
7 Elaine Segura
8 Cathy Bryant
9 David Dahl
12 Irene Hackbarth
14 Sonia Murray
17 Pat Stromberg
18 Johnny Walker
23 Justin Hutson
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October Anniversaries
7 John & Carol Kaminiski
9 Wayne & Suzanne Erickson
11 Rey & Elaine Segura
12 Chrissy & Emiily Hill
18 Chris & Beth Noren
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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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