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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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Presentation of Our Lord
February 2, 2025
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Paraments color: WHITE
Scripture Readings for February 2, 2025
The Presentation of Our Lord is referred to in some corners of the church as Candlemas because of an ancient tradition of blessing all the candles to be used in the church in the coming year at the mass celebrated on that day. It was a way of underscoring the truth of Simeon’s confession that this baby Jesus was “a light for revelation to the Gentiles” and a light for glory to Israel. Let the light of every candle in church be a little epiphany of the love of God for all people in the person of God’s son, Jesus, the light of the world.
Malachi 3:1-4;Psalm 84; Hebrews 2:14-18, Luke 2:22-40
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From the Pastor's Desk
Grace and peace to you!
When I was growing up, one thing that seemed to always remind me of God's presence was listening to the rain, maybe because there were so many times that rain was hard to come by. Have you enjoyed the rain this week?
If there is any group that appreciate the wonder of God’s creation, it is the scout program. For many years Hutto Lutheran has been the sponsor for cub scout pack 912. This past Sunday the scouts had a pinewood derby and chili cookoff and I was honored to be one of the judges. What a fun night!
This Sunday Pack 912 would like to give thanks for their partnership with HLC by joining us for worship this Sunday. We are grateful as well for our own scouts, and their leadership as they share their faith this Sunday.
You are invited to join us as we worship the Lord and hear their witness of faith!
God’s peace,
Pastor Amanda
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OWLS
We are kicking off Older, Wiser Lutherans in 2025 with a Wednesday, Jan. 29th, get together.
We are keeping things simple with a soup/sandwich and salad meal and a game of trivial pursuit at 11:00. See sign up sheet for the meal in the narthex this Sunday the 19th.
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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.
Feeding the 5000 (F5K) is instituting a new sign up system for volunteering on breakfast Saturdays. Use this link to sign up.
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.
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PODCAST Rehersal
The next PODCAST rehearsal will be Sunday, February 2nd at 9:00 am in the Fellowship Hall
Feb 7 (Fri) PODCAST Rehearsal & Pizza Party at 5:00 pm
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Scout Sunday
Join us for worship on Sunday, February 2nd led by scouts in our congregation and with Cub Scout Pack 912, our partner organization.
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Knot Perfect Quilters
The Knot Perfect Quilters are moving their meetings from the first and third Sundays to the first and third Wednesdays at 3:00pm.
This change will begin February with our first Wed meeting on February 5th.
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Hutto Lutheran 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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Save the Date!
PODCAST play and Silent Auction
February 8th, 3:00pm
Please come to our performance of the one act play called, “The P.O.D.C.A.S.T.” which stands for Pair Of Dudes Chatting About Several Things. Tickets are 15$ and include concessions: one popcorn OR candy and a drink. Extra concessions will be for sale. Youth 10 and under are free. Purchase tickets on Sundays before and after worship services, or by contacting our church office. Tickets can also be purchased online. See instructions on our website: www.huttolutheranchurch.org.
There is limited seating available for the performance. All proceeds benefit our youth education program.
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Sheet Donations for Knot so Perfect Quilters
The Knot Perfect Quilters are seeking donations of flat sheets king, queen and full size top sheets. White and Non-white sheets (solid or patterns welcome) in good condition (preferably not stained or torn).
Donations can be brought to worship or delivered during office hours.
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Texas Lutheran Outing
February 17th
Texas Lutheran University is one of the unsung gifts of the Lutheran Church and also the alma mater of Pastor Amanda and Pastor Jeremy and many HLC members. Johnny Walker, new HLC member and former recruiter for TLU, and Pastor Amanda will be hosting a trip to Texas Lutheran in Seguin Texas on Monday, February 17th.
Join us for chapel, lunch and a campus tour. The church is planning to rent a van. We will meet at 7:30am and return by 4:30pm. RSVP by February 3rd to Johnny Walker. 5126325801. Release forms due by February 9th.
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New Member Sunday and Potluck February 23rd
Interested in joining Hutto Lutheran? There will be new member classes Saturday, February 1st at 9:00am and Sunday, February 9th at 9:00am with a new member worship service and potluck on February 23rd. Contact Pastor Amanda if you are interested or would like more information (512) 636-9784 (rsvps appreciated by January 26th).
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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.
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Youth Christian Education
Meets Sundays at 9:00am
Pre-k-2nd Grade: Ms. Leslie and Ms. Katie meet in Classroom 2
3rd Grade-7th 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 starting February 16th.
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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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Arc in Need of Sturdy Chairs
The Arc of the Capital Area non profit who uses the 502 Ministry center during the week is in need of sturdy chairs (without wheels), any shape or size. Donations can be brought to the church office.
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Financial Status
The Financial Status of HLC thru the end of 2024:
Total expenditures $253,546
Total income $247,266 for a
Income under expenses by $6,280.
The reason for the large expense is the insurance premium has increased an exceptional amount and was paid in October.
Attendance
Jan 5: 82
Jan 12:80
Jan 19:63
Jan 26:86
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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.
Mary Hill-Jensen, friend of John Campbell, Brunner Grau, Priscilla McDonald's dad, Batch Nuckolls, friend of the Dahls and Michael Regan, husband of of Catherine Regan.
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
Emily Hill
Altar Guild
Becky Zimmerman & Darlene Rydell
Cantor
Leslie Doty
Lector
Scout Sunday
Assisting Minister
Scout Sunday
Communion Assistant
Scout Sunday
Children's Message
Leslie Doty
Wiggle Time
Liz, Kenn & Mark
Altar Flowers
Trudy Simon
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.
Feeding the 5,000 Volunteer sign up
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January Birthdays
27 Steve Walters
29 Elaine Stromberg
30 Allan Johnson
31 Darlene Rydell
February Birthdays
1 Rey Segura
3 Luke Fowler
3 Meg Jameson
7 Warren Murray
8 Emily Page
9 Rose Duewer
9 Kayla Noren
10 Judy Prater
15 Dexter Montoya
15 Catherena Rydell
18 Emily Hammond
23 Claudia Cook
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January Anniversaries
February Anniversaries
2 Billy & Emily Gartner
9 James & Lois Haag
12 Joe & Jess Maier
14 Bruce & Heather Duewer
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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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