Because Lutherans love the changing of the seasons. There is finally a teeny nip in the morning air. Shadows are getting longer if you squint just right. Preschoolers on the 2nd floor hallway are making handprint leaves! Hope abounds with spice scented autumnal promises. (Take a gander at the bulletin board across from the office. It is precious.) We are better together. | |
Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Masks are encouraged but no longer required on the church campus.
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EUCHARISITC MINISTRY COMMISSIONING
October 2, 2022
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This Sunday will will bless and commission our Eucharistic Ministers during worship. These volunteers will visit our homebound members, bring them updates from the church and news of our ministries, and celebrate Holy Communion with them. If this is a ministry that interests you then please contact Pastor Marcus or Pastor John. | |
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CALLING ALL YOUTH MUSICIANS!
Tom and Pastor Marcus are putting together a band, an orchestra, to lead worship on All Saints Sunday, November 6, and during one of our Christmas Eve services. If you play an instrument and would be willing to join us, please reach out to them! Arrangements are in the works and we are excited.
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For Whom: For all! This will be an afternoon for all of God's critters, the scaly ones, furry ones, feathery ones, hooved ones, or webbed footed ones, to be blessed and their families prayed for on the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi.
What to Bring: A chair, umbrella, leashes or other methods for keeping hold of your critters.
Who is Participating: Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Emanuel's Lutheran Church
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BUDGET MEETING
Sundays, October 2 and 16
9am and 11:45am
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The Stewardship Ministry Team invites members of the congregation to learn about Emanuel's budget process and to be a part of the 2023 budget conversation.
Please join us before or after worship on October 2 or 16 in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor. Your input is valuable.
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Escape the kitchen for a hot second this holiday and serve delicious Tamales while supporting Emanuel's Youth! Your contributions help fund summer camp, VBS, spring break ski trip, Puerto Rico mission trip, and other programs in the works for this coming year. Tamales come frozen, ready to steam and eat when your crowd is ready. We appreciate your support!
Orders due Tuesday, November 1
Pick up Monday, November 7, 2022
starting at 4pm in the Women's Ministry Room
Find a youth or vicar to place your order in October! Forms also available in the church office or at the link below. If paying by PayPal or check please include "Tamales" in the memo line.
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*We need plastic grocery bags to sort the tamale orders. Please bring your stash of clean, used bags to the church office by Tuesday, November 1 | |
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NEW ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS
Sundays, October 9, 16 and 25 at 9:15am
Room 215 across from office
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We will look into the history and theology around Melchizedek during this three week class. There are many conspiracy theories about that character, so we will unravel and unpack the real story starting in Genesis, tracking him through the Dead Sea scrolls, and ending up in Hebrews in the New Testament. We’ll even look at some end times eschatology in Genesis! You’ll see the Old Testament come alive and learn to think a bit more like an ancient Israelite. Paul Sims will lead this fascinating discussion.
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YAGM
(Young Adults in Global Mission)
The ELCA Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) program invites ELCA young adults, ages 21-29 into a transformative, year-long journey in international service. Young adults serve in the spirit of accompaniment, walking alongside global companions in a manner that practices mutuality, interdependence, and solidarity. As they offer themselves in service, these young people are shaped by the witness of our global neighbors. They share in the journeys of companion churches in one of ten countries/regions around the world.
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DAY SCHOOL TRUNK-OR-TREAT
Friday, October 28 at 6pm
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We are going to have a spooktacular time from 6 - 8 pm in the Day School Parking Lot at 310 N. Travis Street. Join the fun by hosting a trunk, bringing trick-or-treaters, and/or donating candy. (We need more candy than you can imagine!)
If you can HOST A TRUNK RSVP with Pastor Marcus no later than Wednesday, October 26 or sign-up in the Narthex after church so that vehicles can be spaced out. Check out some great decorating ideas here.
Be parked and ready to welcome kiddos and families by 5:30pm. First Prize for Best Trunk will win a reserved parking space for the year! We will welcome hundreds of trick-or-treaters so come prepared with a costume, a smile, and candy!
Candy, candy, and more CANDY can be dropped off anytime in the church office. Really, so much candy needed.
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REFORMATION SUNDAY and SAUSAGE LUNCH
Sunday, October 30
We will welcome the Dirty River Jazz Band during our 10:30 am worship for a grand service, as well as during our lunch on the church lawn. Our Congregational Care Team will provide sign-ups sheets in the Narthex for our scrumptious day. These will include sides, desserts, set up, clean up, and other tasks, so be on the lookout!
ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY
November 6
On this day during worship we will remember and celebrate those who have died this year and those who were baptized. As each loved one's name is read, families will be invited to come to the front of the church for a special time of prayer and the gift of flowers. A “Remembrance Table” will be at the front steps of the altar in the Sanctuary. Everyone is invited to bring a framed, standing photo of loved ones they would like to honor this day, even if they passed before this year or were not affiliated with Emanuel’s.
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FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP
Food, Fun & Fellowship gathers Sunday, October 2 at Noon in the Women’s Ministry Room. Everyone is to bring a side dish or dessert to share. This ministry is for widowed, divorced, and separated people. Donna Simmons is the contact for the fun group.
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HEALING THROUGH CONVERSATION
Healing Through Conversation is a support group for those who have lost a loved one to death. The group meets next on Thursday, October 6 at 11 a.m. in the Family Life Center. If you have questions, please contact Emanuel's Bereavement Care Coordinator Donna Simmons.
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3rd THURSDAY SOCIAL CLUB
Fall is time for chili! Join us on October 20th at 11:30 in the Women’s Ministry Room for a bowl of red, good conversation, and maybe a game or two. If you are not on the chili crew then please bring a side dish or dessert to share. If you have questions, please contact Emanuel's Senior Care Coordinator Donna Simmons.
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IGNITE YOUTH INTEREST MEETING
Sunday, October 9
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Our next evening out is scheduled for Saturday, October 22. We will gather at the new Texas Axe Holes in Seguin at 6:30pm. There are specials and savings associated with groups reserving space so please RSVP to Pastor Marcus by the 15th of October so that he can get the best deal possible. | |
Participating in a small group is a meaningful way to be a part of the life of the church. Emanuel's hosts an array of small groups that feed the soul, the body, and the heart of individuals and the church as a whole. For more information about Small Groups at Emanuel's and how you can participate please reference our website here.
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WHO WAS MELCHIZEDEK? This three week study will look into the history and theology around Melchizedek. 9:15 a.m. October 9, 16 & 23 in room 215 across from the church office.
THE HERITAGE CLASS: Augsburg Fortress Quarterly Adult Bible Study led by various class members meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. in room 304. The summer study is Partners in a New Creation: Isaiah, John, Revelation.
THE JOY CLASS: Bible stories and songs for adults with intellectual disabilities. Gathers at 9:15 on the First Sunday of the month in the Women's Ministry Room.
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CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION
CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL (1st Floor Green Room near elevator): Preschool to 5th graders are invited to join the Education Team for a brand new, rotation style Sunday morning education program starting at 9:15am. We start together for song, Bible story, and then head off to our group projects.
October Children's Sunday School (Preschool to 5th Grade)
10/2 - Adam and Eve Care for the Garden - Bible Skills
10/9 - Tricked by a Snake - Cooking
10/16 - Making Choices & Hiding From God- Creative Drama
10/23 - Grace and Forgiveness - Science
IGNITE YOUTH GROUP for 6th -12th graders gathers with friends from Spirit of Joy Lutheran and St. Andrew's Episcopal churches on Wednesdays, Oct.5 & 19, Nov 2 & 16, and Dec 7. Contact Vicar Connor or Vicar Jordana for locations and other details.
CONFIRMATION CLASS meets at Spirit of Joy on Sunday, October 16 at 1pm. Instruction for the year will take place monthly at both Emanuel’s and Spirit of Joy with a fall retreat at Camp Chrysalis. Please contact Pastor Marcus if you have an entering 6th grader ready to begin this rewarding journey of faith and have not received our schedule.
SWTS MIDDLE SCHOOL GATHERING is set for November 11-13th at Lutheran Camp Chrysalis in Kerrville. This gathering is opened to all 6th to 8th graders and will be centered around the theme, "The Reformation Continues." If you have a youth interested in attending, please reach out to Vicar Connor or Pastor Marcus to get on the list. More information and details will be coming soon!
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Online giving is safe, simple, and quick to do through our Vanco link. One time or recurring donations can be indicated.
You can still mail in your offering to the Church by sending a check to:
Emanuel's Lutheran Church
206 N. Travis Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
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Year to Date Giving comparison:
Jan 1 - Sept 27, 2022
Receipts: $ 293,103.44
Budgeted Receipts: $ 333,750.00
Expenses: $ 311,689.56
Jan 1 - Sept 27, 2021
Receipts: $ 319,985.37
Budgeted Receipts: 318,916.64
Expenses: $ 357,323.30
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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Emanuel's regular office hours are Monday - Thursday from 8-5. However, if the office is understaffed, you may find the answering machine catching your call or a "Gone Fishing" sign on the door. Please know that we will get back with you as soon as possible. We encourage you to call before stopping by. Everyone is also accessible via email.
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Submit a brief, yet detailed description of your event below or to info@elcseguin.org before noon on Tuesdays for consideration for that week's email news. Late submissions will be considered for the following week's email and/or social media posts.
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