Because Lutherans are kids at heart: VBS gives everyone time to be playful. Huge THANK YOU goes out to our volunteers! Vacation Bible School simply cannot happen without your generous hearts, gracious hospitality, abundant energy, radiant smiles, and boundless enthusiasm for sharing the love of Christ. Your service is an inspiration and a blessing to us all. Thank you for your time and care as our youngest explored how God is calling us to help, to find, to follow, and to go! We are better together.
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Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Masks are encouraged but no longer required on the church campus.
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PASTOR MARCUS OUT OF OFFICE June 12 -19. Please reach out to Pastor John during this time for any pastoral care or church ministry needs. Pastor Marcus will return, bright-eyed and bushy tailed on Tuesday, June 21.
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The All Church Potluck has been moved yet again to Sunday, June 26th. Please bring your favorite dish and join us one last time in the Fellowship Hall before construction begins the following week.
Thank you for your patience as we've moved the date around. Lots of factors in this decision making. But one thing hasn't changed: LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!
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MOVIE NIGHT!
Wednesday, June 22 @6:30
Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church
416 Dolle Street
Seguin, TX 78155
Emanuel's is invited to join Spirit of Joy for snacks, drinks, and viewing the movie, "Encanto." The movie will be screened in their sanctuary and is open to families, neighbors, friends, and anyone who needs a nice, cool place to enjoy a fantastic movie!
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COUPLES NIGHT OUT
Saturday, June 25 @6:30
EVO Entertainment- Springtown
1180 Thorpe Ln
San Marcos, TX 78666
We will start our evening at 6:30pm on the Boeing lanes and then head to Chuy’s for a later dinner for those that wish to go. All couples are welcome to join. Please let Pastor Marcus know if you’re coming so we can get an appropriate number of lanes. |
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JULY 11-15, 2022
8:30 - Noon
3rd Floor Music Suite
Emanuel's Music Ministry presents a Summer Youth Handbell Camp for youth entering grades 3-7. Camp will introduce music to young people and activities in handbell playing. The group will present a piece of music on Sunday, July 17 during worship at 10:30 a.m. Director of Music Tom Engler can answer your questions. Please register by July 6. |
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KEYBOARD LESSONS WITH TOM |
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I am offering up to 8 free keyboard lessons to any congregation member who would like to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of this wonderful "window to the world of music." The book that I will use is available on Amazon.com. Contact Tom Engler, Director of Music.
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WOMEN'S MISSIONARY SOCIETY |
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A precursor of Women of the ELCA (WELCA) is Women’s Missionary Society. Established near the end of the nineteenth century, the organization had its start thanks to the work of one woman, Emmy Carlsson Evald, who recognized that a great deal of potential was going untapped because women’s roles in society were so limited. She felt called to do something to change that. |
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THE SUMMER SINGERS are taking over as the Jubilation Singers go on holiday. Beginning June 12th, join us in the sanctuary by the piano at 10am on Sunday mornings for rehearsal. Summer is a great, informal time to try something new. Please try us! Questions? Reach out to the Director of Music Tom Engler at Thomas@elcseguin.org or catch him after worship. |
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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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Upcoming:
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
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Emanuel’s hosts a community Support Group for Caregivers currently caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Dementia, and other aging issues. Meeting next June 25, July 23, and August 27. Facilitators are the Rev. John and Faye Van Deusen. You can reach Pastor John at (830) 305-5658 and Faye at (830) 305-8851.
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Emanuel's Lutheran Church is grateful to partner with other non-profit organizations in Seguin and the surrounding area. For more information about Emanuel's Partners in Service please reference our website here. |
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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
SUNDAY SCHOOL SUMMER BREAK: We will relaunch with a new format in the Fall featuring new ways of learning about the Bible including art, music, cooking, and science! Keep an eye out for more information. If this has piqued your interest, contact PK about how you can become more involved in our students' faith formation on Sunday mornings!
SYNOD YOUTH GATHERING
July 24-29, 2022
When the national youth gathering was canceled, youth workers from our synod banded together to create a national gathering-like experience for our youth on the same dates, July 24-29, 2022, in Houston! Youth who have completed 8th grade through 12th grade are invited to register here using the discount code ELC22. Contact Pastor Kelsie for more information.
SUMMER CAMP WITH CROSS TRAILS MINISTRY
June 19-29 and June 26-July 1
We've got youth attending camp during two different weeks this summer, June 19-29 and June 26-July 1, with Pastor Marcus at camp the second week. There are still spots available in most programs. If your youth is interested in attending camp, please contact PK ASAP to get registered. Learn more about Cross Trails Summer Camps here. |
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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 - June 14, 2022
Receipts: $ 209,885.17
Expenses: $ 227,523.06
Jan 1 - June 14, 2021
Receipts: $ 218,122.43
Expenses: $ 222,656.69
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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Sunday worship bulletins now have the following information on the back page. Please ask an usher if you need assistance giving through our new QR code published in each bulletin and posted in the narthex.
"GIVING AT EMANUEL’S: Donations and tithes to the church may be given in several ways. Offering envelopes are available in the pews, offerings may be mailed to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis Street Seguin, TX 78155, or given online through https://tinyurl.com/emanuelsgiving or scanned with QR Code below. Please contact the church office to discuss other means of giving. We appreciate everyone’s input as we learn to be the church in new ways." |
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The church office will be closed
Monday, June 20, 2022
in observance of Juneteenth holiday
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 still accessible via email. Thanks for understanding our need pace ourselves during these very trying times.
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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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