Because Lutherans love a cake walk. Every booth at Rally Sunday was a hit! What a great way to kick off a new year of Christian Education and faith filled fun at Emanuel's. Thank you to all of our volunteers and donors who made sure the morning was extra special for our young ones. Snaps to Vicar Jordana and Vicar Aaliyah for expertly coordinating the day. See more pictures from our marvelous photographers here. We are better together.

WORSHIP AT EMANUEL'S

Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

In-person, online on YouTube, and on radio KWED AM 1580.

September 3, 2023 Worship Bulletin

BEING THE CHURCH

Gather in the Fellowship Hall at 8:30 am for a morning of service before worship. There will be plenty of activities for all ages and abilities. Refreshments, too! Don't forget to wear your GWOH t-shirt! Service opportunities include:


  • Lutheran World Relief School Kit assembly
  • Lutheran World Relief Personal Care Kit assembly
  • Lutheran World Relief Quilt tying
  • Prayer Squares sharing messages of hope and love with migrants in our community
  • Letter Writing to our family and friends in the military
  • Handbell Polishing
  • Community Garden frame building at Spirit of Joy (8am)
  • Community Closet clothes sorting at Spirit of Joy (8am, no AC)
  • And more!

Saturday, September 16

10:30-12:30

Max Starke Park Playground next to ball fields


Hotdogs, hamburgers, and fixings will be provided. Our Education Team invites you to bring your own chairs, drinks, and anything you might need to keep yourself cool. We hope to see a bunch of you out under the Pecan trees! 

WE SEE YOU

Compass! had a spectacular first gathering on Sunday evening! The group is a ministry with Seguin and Geronimo area youth in grades 6-12, combining the cooperative efforts of four area churches: Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, and Friedens United Church of Christ. They meet each Sunday evening from 6:00-7:00 at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Seguin.

FLOWER & RADIO BROADCAST

FEE INCREASES

Sanctuary Flowers and Radio Broadcast fees have been adjusted to meet current costs. Forms are available here, via the link at the end of every Weekly Newsletter and our website, or printed forms in the narthex and the posted calendar on the 2nd floor hallway outside the church office.

Altar Flowers single arrangement

$45

Altar Flowers both arrangements

$80

Pulpit Flowers arrangement

$35

Lectern Flowers arrangement

$35

Radio Broadcast

$120

In order to appear in the Sunday bulletin, orders must be received the Monday before the service requested. Make checks payable to Emanuel's Lutheran Church marked "flowers" or "radio broadcast."


Thank you to everyone who participates in this meaningful worship ministry. 

The Situation:

Multiple wildfires have broken out on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Exacerbated by strong winds, these fires have destroyed homes, businesses and lines of communication. Thousands of people are under evacuation orders, some moving to other Hawaiian islands. Wildfires are also burning on the Big Island of Hawaii, and the islands remain vulnerable to more fires this season.


Our Response:

Lutheran Disaster Response is coordinating with the Pacifica Synod and other partners to assess the needs of people impacted by the wildfires. We will work with them to provide for immediate needs and recovery amid the widespread destruction. Lutheran Disaster Response is committed to accompanying recovering communities in the years ahead.


What you can do:

Pray:

Please pray for the Maui communities impacted by the wildfires. May God's healing presence bring them peace and hope in their time of need and give strength to those working diligently to contain the fires and care for affected communities.

Give:

Your gifts will support wildfire survivors. Gifts to "U.S. Wildfires" will be used in full (100%) to assist those affected by wildfires. Or make a general donation to Lutheran Disaster Response so we can respond to disasters whenever and wherever they strike.

GUADALUPE COUNTY

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED

Church Women United is a racially, culturally, theological inclusive Christian Women's movement, celebrating unity in diversity and working for a world of peace and justice.


Upcoming Celebration Days include:

  • Fall Fellowship on Friday, Sep 1 @2pm
  • Human Rights Celebration on Friday, Oct 6 @2pm
  • World Community Day on Friday, Nov 3 @2pm


Please reach out to Elaine G. or the church office for more information.

A WORD FROM LADIES AID

Freshly baked coffee cakes available

Tuesday, September 28 after 2pm!

The Ladies Aid members are baking their famous Coffee Cakes on Tuesday, September 28. You may contact a Ladies Aid Member or call Sherry in the Church Office at 830-379-5046 for more information. Coffee Cakes can be picked up on the baking day after 2PM. The price is $7.50 each -- Apple, Peach, and Streusel. We all are excited about the new kitchen.  

Ladies Aid Cookbooks are here! The ladies will be selling them in the Narthex on Sunday mornings.. The price is $12.00. It is time to start thinking about Christmas gifts--stocking stuffers. Everyone loves church cookbooks.

GRIEF SUPPORT PROGRAM

Sundays, Sept 24, Oct 8 & 15

Make Your Grief Count is a three week program for those who have experienced the loss of death of a loved one to work through their grief and learn about healthy coping tools. Sundays, Sept 24, Oct, 8 & 15 from 2-4pm in the Family Life Center. Facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. Contact is Donna Simmons.

RELAY FOR LIFE

QUILT RAFFLE


Relay for Life Team Wild Bunch is raffling off the beautiful quilt pictured here. Jeanne C. and Darlene Z. will be selling tickets for 6 for $5 or $1 each in the Narthex on Sunday mornings.

Relay for Life is Saturday October 7th.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION

CHILDREN'S CHURCH begins September 3 for our PK to 5th grade learners. During worship the Vicars will lead students to designated classrooms, just down the hall from the sanctuary, as we begin the "Gathering Hymn" and then guide them back as we "Share the Peace." We hope you will make this a part of your family's weekly worship rhythm!

3RD GRADE BIBLE CLASS & PRESENTATION is offered Sunday, September 17 at 9am in the Family Life Center. Pastor Marcus offers a brief overview of the Bible, its testaments, and its history. Each student will be presented with their own Bible, along with book tabs to mark each books' beginning, as well as a personalized name plate. During the worship service that follows, the Bibles are blessed and presented by each student’s parents or guardians. RSVP to Pastor Marcus by September 8th. 

THE COMPASS COOPERATIVE is a weekly gathering on Sundays at 6pm for 6th to 12th grade students, hosted by our four church partners - Emanuel's, St. Andrew's, Spirit of Joy, and Friedens Church- and held on Spirit of Joy's campus. We will eat together, worship together, play games, and just enjoy each other's company. All are truly welcome so please, come join us!

SUNDAY ADULT CLASSES

THE HERITAGE CLASS meets at 9:15 am Sunday mornings on the 3rd floor in room 307. Participants explore the deeper meaning found in the Bible and seek to unlock its wisdom through fellowship and robust group discussion. The aim is to make the Bible relevant and applicable to daily life. 


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.

Online giving is safe, simple, and quick to do through our giving 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

Access Online Giving Here

Year to Date Giving comparison:

Jan 1 - Aug 29, 2023

 Church Offering Receipts: $ 279,403.23

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 264,516.10

Operating Expenses: $ 286,246.41 *

* These figures do not include Forward In Faith remodel expenses or In-Kind Gifts


Jan 1- Aug 29, 2022

Church Offering Receipts: $ 270,203.81

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 297,580.65

Operating Expenses: $  311,930.21 *   

* These figures do not include Forward In Faith remodel expenses or In-Kind Gifts

FROM THE OFFICE

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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