Because Lutherans love engaging in service work to make positive changes in our communities. On "God's Work. Our Hands." Sunday we did just that! With our friends at Spirit of Joy we also built and deepened relationships and shared God's love. Check out pictures of our projects and tons of smiling faces here. We are better together. | |
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Enormous gratitude is extended to our GWOH coordinators. School Kits: Karen V., Shirly G., and Gloria H.; Personal Care Kits: Doris J., Sharon K., and Judy S.; Thank You Notes: Bev S.; Quilts: Carol H. and Cathy A.; Fabric Prep: Elaine G., Susan G.; Trash Pickup: Pastor Marcus; Door Attendants: Luther O. and Joe K.; Wrangler Extraordinaire: Elin O.
Special thanks to our photographers Sharon K., Spirit of Joy folk, and many others! Again, there are more photos of the day here.
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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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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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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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TLU HOT DOGS DAY OF SERVICE
September 10, 2022
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As part of the university’s mission and ongoing commitment to service, campus organizations once again partnered with local nonprofits for TLU's annual fall day of service, Hot Dogs, on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Everyone who is part of the TLU community was encouraged to complete service projects and engage with the community.
This year Emanuel's Garden of Eatin' was tended to by the TLU Bulldog Baseball team ... and Kate! Huge thanks to Wayne S. for coordinating the extra hands.
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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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A COLLECTIVE WITNESS
This year the ELCA celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Formula of Agreement, a 1997 declaration of full communion between the ELCA and the Presbyterian Church USA, the Reformed Church in America, and the United Church of Christ. Read more about what it means to be a collective witness.
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CHRIST IN OUR HOME
Daily devotionals for October, November, December 2022 are now in the narthex and church office.
Plenty of copies are available. Please consider taking one to church friends and family when you visit them.
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6th – 12th graders will meet Wednesday, September 21 from 6-7:30pm in the Family Life Center with friends from Spirit of Joy Lutheran and St. Andrew’s Episcopal churches. Please contact Vicar Jordana or Vicar Connor with your questions about this dynamic group.
Students and Parents should also have Sunday, October 9th on their calendars. There will be an Ignite Youth interest meeting before church at 9am in the Family Life Center. At this meeting we will go over all youth activity opportunities and dates. Exciting things on the horizon!
Tamales are right around the corner! In October our youth will be selling Delicious Tamales again to help fund their activities in the coming year. These adventures include beach camp, summer camp, day camp, VBS, mission trips, Ignite Youth Group, and many more. Tamale pick up day is Monday, November 7th. Tamales will be $12 per dozen so make sure to catch a youth group member, or a Vicar, to get your order placed! Additional information will be coming your way very soon.
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The group had a great time at the Putt Pub in San Marcos this month. Congrats to our evening winner with the lowest score, Matt Clardy!! Stay tuned for the next adventure.
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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 13, 2022
Receipts: $ 284,180.93
Budgeted Receipts: $ 316,250.00
Expenses: $ 325,121.42
Jan 1 - Sept 13, 2021
Receipts: $ 308,266.37
Budgeted Receipts: 302,194.42
Expenses: $ 338,762.13
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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