Because Lutherans love a good rally. "Faith and Fun" was the theme of our 2022 Rally Day. A great time was had by all at the celebration on the front lawn that featured a bouncy house, snow cones, and carnival games. Shout out to our hard working Education Ministry Team and volunteers for a fantastic event to kick off a new year of faith and fun at Emanuel's. See more photos below and here. We are better together. | |
Our fabulous photographers: Lindsay M., Sarah K., Carrie M., and Pastor Marcus | |
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 TRAINING
Sundays, September 18 and 25
Family Life Center at 9am
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If you have a desire to visit our homebound members, bring them updates from the church and news of our ministries, and celebrate Holy Communion with them, then this is the ministry for you. Training will include an overview of our ministry, the liturgy we use, how to engage in conversations and prayer, and how to best share information with our office. We will bless and commission our Eucharistic Ministers on Sunday, October 2 at the very beginning of the worship service. Please contact Pastor Marcus or Pastor John if you have any questions.
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"GOD'S WORK. OUR HANDS."
Sunday, September 11th
Emanuel's, Spirit of Joy, and Greater Refuge churches will engage in service work right here in our community. We are one of over 9.100 congregations participating in "God's Work. Our Hands." day of service. Across the country, thousands of members will engage in service work to make a positive change in our communities, build and deepen relationships, and share God's love. It is a t-shirt and work clothes kind of day. Join us for one of the following as we do God's work with our hands!
INSIDE PROJECTS
Gathering at 8:30 am in the 3rd Floor Family Life Center
Lutheran World Relief quilt tying
Lutheran World Relief school kit assembly
Lutheran World Relief health kit assembly
Thank you cards for service members and others in our community
OUTSIDE PROJECTS
Gathering at 7:30 a.m. in Spirit of Joy parking lot
Installation of West End Community Gardens
Trash pickup at the Park West creek
No registration required for this event. Folks are invited to arrive wherever they wish to serve for the morning. Following each service project all participants are invited to worship with the congregation at their work site! Spirit of Joy and Emanuel’s services both begin at 10:30am.
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HONORING OUR TEACHERS,
ADMINISTRATORS & SCHOOL STAFF
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It was a joy to celebrate our educators on August 28th as a new school year unfolds. Special "Thank you!" to our fabulous Emanuel's bakers for contributing their homemade specialties to the gift baskets. Sweet words below from one appreciative crew.
A HUGE thank you to the congregational care team and all who provided treats and cookies for those in education: On behalf of Comal ISD's Curriculum and Instructional Design department, thank you so much for the basket of goodies. The last few weeks preparing for teachers and students to return to school has been busy. The goodies didn't even make it to Wednesday they were much needed for that extra boost by our specialists, coordinators and directors. The treats and note of prayer are appreciated.
Thank you again.
-Sarah Kennedy, Comal ISD Instructional Design coordinator
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COUPLE'S NIGHT OUT
Saturday, September 10
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Couple’s Night Out is shifting locations. We will meet at 6:30pm at Putt Pub, 307 S LBJ Dr., San Marcos, 78666, for a rousing round of putt putt.
Food and beverages are available at the venue, however, you are invited to dinner afterwards at Industry, near the Putt Pub.
Let Pastor Marcus know if you can make it by Friday!
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3rd THURSDAY SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB
Thursday, September 15
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It's potluck time! Bring a favorite dish to share this month.
The 3rd Thursday Senior Social Club likes to chat over a little lunch, coffee, and maybe some games at 11:30 a.m. in the Women's Ministry Room.
Contact Emanuel's Senior Care Coordinator Donna Simmons so that she can save a space at the table for you.
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IT'S FESTIVAL TIME!
Saturday, September 17
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This September we are headed to Fredericksburg for the Cross Trails Fall Festival at the Marktplatz, on Saturday, September 17 from 9am to 3pm. The Education Team invites all of our youth, families, and just happy go-doers to join us for a great afternoon out.
The festival is free to attend and we will meet y’all there! There will be food trucks, music, vendor booths, craft booths, lots of carnival games, as well as a 5K and cornhole tournament! Contact Vicar Connor or Vicar Jordana for more information!
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JOURNEYING THROUGH GRIEF
Sunday, September 18
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Discussion will focus on how grief affects us, how we can help ourselves as we grieve, and how journaling can be an effective tool to get through the holidays and special events. Journeying Through Grief meets from 3-5pm in the Family Life Center.
Emanuel's Bereavement Care Director Donna Simmons will facilitate this single session program.
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ALL-MINISTRY TEAM NIGHT
Monday, September 19, 2022
6:30pm in the Women's Ministry Room
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All of Emanuel’s Ministry Teams gather on a single evening each month to collaborate, plan, and schedule upcoming events and ministry projects. Council Members act as team leaders/coordinators, but Ministry Teams are open to, and run by, everyone in the congregation.
Please join us as we talk about upcoming projects with Congregational Care, Education, Outreach & Service, Stewardship, and Worship at Emanuel's.
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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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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. | |
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 will start together for singing, Bible story, and then head off to our group projects.
September: Children's Sunday School (Preschool to 5th Grade)
9/4: God Creates - Science
9/11: "God's Work. Our Hands." Sunday - No Sunday School
9/18: God Creates Animals - Cooking
9/25: God Creates Adam and Eve - Bible Skills and Games
CONFIRMATION CLASS meets at Emanuel's on Sunday, September 18 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 6, 2022
Receipts: $ 281,040.31
Budgeted Receipts: $ 307,500.00
Expenses: $ 321,616.92
Jan 1 - Sept 6 2021
Receipts: $ 297,732.37
Budgeted Receipts: 293,833.31
Expenses: $ 331,173.73
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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