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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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Sunday, September 29, 2024
Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost
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Paraments color: Green
Scripture Readings for September 29, 2024
Someone who isn’t part of Jesus’ own circle is casting out demons in Jesus’ name, and the disciples want him stopped. They appeal to Jesus, as Joshua did to Moses about the elders who prophesied without official authorization. Like Moses, Jesus refuses to see this as a threat. Jesus welcomes good being done in his name, even when it is not under his control. The circle we form around Jesus’ word must be able to value good being done in ways we wouldn’t do it, by people we can’t keep tabs on.
Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29; Psalm 19:7-14; James 5:13-20; Mark 9:38-50
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From the Pastor's Desk
Grace and peace to you!
What an interesting week this has been so far! Sunday at 11:15 while we were in the midst of worship and monday afternoon someone sent out texts in my name asking for funds from members to help people in need. My heart is so saddened to imagine the extra stress this might have caused any of you! I know for me such breaches of security can leave me feeling violated and weighed down with the brokenness of humanity.
A couple of notes. 1) I will NEVER ask you to send funds for any ministry cause by email or text or otherwise. 2) I will do my best to send a church "flocknote" out as soon as possible by text/email to alert you as soon as I know if anyone is attempting to contact you in my name. Flocknotes are not sent often and mostly in time sensitive situations like this one. If you have not been receiving flocknotes and would like to, please email office@huttolutheranchurch.org with your email address or phone number (for texts) to be added.
At the same time, just as Joseph thanked God for working through the sin of his brothers, I choose to give thanks for God working through this. I saw your concern for each other as well as your generous hearts in the fact that you are willing to have your days interrupted and do want to be available to help others in need.
So grateful for you!
God’s peace,
Pastor Amanda
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OWLS LUNCHEON
Wednesday, September 25, kicks off the 2024-2025 adventures for O.W.L.'s. We are meeting at 11:30 to share a potluck of soup, salad and sandwiches. Please come with a few ideas to share that we can discuss for our monthly get together.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayer Shawl Ministry Learn to knit or crochet on Thursday, September 26th in the church office meeting room at 1 PM.
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HLC Potluck
Sunday, September 29th after service
Volunteer Opportunities: Set-Up tables and chairs at 10 am. After potluck take down tables and chairs, sweep floors, take out trash and wash dishes. The Volunteer Sign up sheet is in the Narthex.
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Lost and Found
Several pieces of jewelry and a jean jacket are missing their owners.
Please stop by the office during office hours to claim your missing item(s). Or email us if you have questions.
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Want to share an announcement?
The church has several ways to share information with the congregation. If you would like to share church related announcements in our weekly
newsletters, information can be sent to office@huttolutheranchurch.org.
Deadline to be included in the elink is 12:30pm on Tuesdays.
Announcements can also be shared in the printed church bulletin. Deadline to be included in the printed bulleting is 10:00am on Wednesdays.
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HLC 2nd Annual Rummage Sale
Saturday Oct 12th: 8 am – 1pm
Drop off items starts Sunday Oct 6th after church until 1pm in the Fellowship Hall
Drop off all week Oct 7th-11th, Mon-Friday from 2pm – 6pm in the Fellowship Hall
Volunteers needed to sort, set up and clean up.
Please see Jill, Monica or Jackie M
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Annual Quilting Marathon October 20th
This is your opportunity to learn how to make a quilt for Lutheran World Relief. Please join us on Sunday, October 20th from noon to 6 PM at the 502 MC for an afternoon of fellowship, sewing, cutting, ironing, matching, and tying quilts. Lunch will be served. Please text Donna Fowler for any questions, 512-736-2001.
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Feeding the 5,000:
Feeding the 5000 (F5K) is instituting a new sign up system for volunteering on breakfast Saturdays. Please use the link below to sign up to volunteer. Also, just a reminder that a Food Handler’s card is required to work in the kitchen. There will also be a paper version in the Narthex. Please direct any questions to Jackie McGary or Irene Hackbarth.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4CAFA62EA64-51365763-f5khelp
*245 people were fed on September 21st. Thanks be to God!!
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Volunteers Wanted: Arc of the Capital Area
• The Arc of the Capital Area hosts classes for adults with intellectual disabilities at HLC's 502 ministry center Monday-Fridays
• The Arc of the Capital Area Art and Education department's mission is to promote client-directed goals, self-determination, social skills, and instill a sense of independence and pride in each participant.
• Volunteers wanted: Art & Education Assistant – Volunteers would assist the classroom instructors in the project outlined, creating a safe and inclusive educational environment by conversing with students, encouraging students’ independence and helping with tasks that aid the flow of the coursework. Shift times: Between 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.
• Volunteer Application can be found at https://form.jotform.com/anelson5/volunteer-application
Questions? Contact Erin Dalby. edalby@arcofthecapitalarea.org
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Youth Christian Education
Meets Sundays at 9:00am
Pre-k-3rd Grade: Ms. Leslie and Ms. Katie meet in Classroom 2
4th Grade-6th Grade: Ms. Heather meet in Classroom 3.
Confirmation students and mentors will meet with Pastor Amanda in the church office and will be doing an overview of the Bible.
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Adult Study: The Greatest Story
Meets Sundays at 9:00am in the 502
This 16-session overview of Genesis through Revelation introduces the key people, places, and events of scripture in an easy-to-understand story. Participants are invited to explore where they fit in the greatest story and how the greatest story fits in their lives.
The class will be co-led by Sonia Murray and Ernie Schmiesser. Pastor George Reswik will be available as a resource.
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Women's Bible Study
Meets Sundays at 9:00am in the church office
Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to be a woman in biblical times ? If so, join our bible study led by Sally Lyons, Donna Slocum and Liz Page as we journey through our faith, learning together their strengths and struggles and how those attributes affect us today. To RSVP, text Sally Lyons 512-695-7813.
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HLC Men's Ministry
Meets Sundays at 9:00am in the 502
Bible study-1st Corinthians:
Being the Body of Christ Studies 4 part series.
For more information contact Kenn White, 512-818-3109. or email at: kenn@kennwhiteconsulting.com
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Sunday School Round Up
Meets Sundays at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall
Do you like to sing? Do you like to play an instrument? Join us on Sundays at 9:45am in the fellowship hall for a Sunday School closing. Children and youth and confirmation students will be singing camp songs and playing instruments. If you would like to play an instrument (and would like copies of chords) let Pastor Amanda know 512-636-9784.
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HLC Music
Bell choir will practice every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 9:30AM in the music room.
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 thru the end of August 2024:
Total expenditures $147,836
Total income $141,461 for a
Income under expenses by $6,375
The reason for the large expense is the annual insurance has been paid in May
Attendance
Sept 1: 71
Sept 8: 110
Sept 15: 102
Sept 22: 87
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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 Lynn Krueger, niece of Jill Johnson, Lexie Lynn, great-niece of Darlene Rydell & Carol Conrad, Paul Luisi, friend of John Campbell, and Mary Hill-Jensen, friend of John Campbell, Narendra Mohan, father of Nandana
Seeking personal prayer?
If your need is private, and you don't want your name publicly posted in this eLink email the Office directly.
Your request can get passed along to HLC's small 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
Eric Montoya
Altar Guild
Rodney Westphal
Cantor
Victoria Mueller
Acolyte
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Lector
Victoria Huerta
Assisting Minister
Kirtus Kolar
Communion Assistant
Kirtus Kolar
Communion Basket
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Children's Message
Jeff Svoboda
Wiggle Time
Leslie & Heather
Altar Flowers
Wayne & Suzanne Erickson
Thanksgiving Moment
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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 Sign up Genius. If you want direction on leading let Pastor Amanda know and she can train you.
Greeter - Welcome members and guests
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.
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September Birthdays
25 Jackie Dahl
28 Dawn Montoya
29 Wayne Erickson
29 Sally Lyons
October Birthdays
2 Erika Badola
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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September Anniversaries
October Anniversaries
7 John & Carol Kaminski
9 Wayne & Suzanne Erickson
11 Rey & Elaine Segura
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
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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