Because Lutherans love history: they were heavily represented at the Heritage Village last week. The 2021 Leadership class of the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated a new pathway at the Seguin Conservation Society's Heritage Village lined with fundraising bricks remembering Seguin's leaders and citizens. Beth Zies and Greg and Ruth Ander's were instrumental in this renovation project. But wait, Lutherans were everywhere: the Society's leadership team has Lutherans aplenty; the emcee here sure looks familiar as do several attendees; and Pastor Marcus offered the invocation. Heck, even the Campbell-Hoermann Long Cabin pictured here has Lutheran roots. We are better together.
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Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
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Online video live streaming will resume later in the summer.
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A LETTER FROM PASTOR MARCUS
July 22, 2021
Greetings Emanuel’s!
Amid so many great things happening around the church and through its ministries, we are continuously reminded that COVID’s shadow that still looms among us. As variants increase the positivity rates in and around Seguin, there is a growing difficulty finding guidance and recommendations to make policy decisions because those in the trenches are figuring things out just as we are. We, your Executive Council and Pastors, are in conversation with other leaders as how best to prepare for the continued journey ahead. We, along with the full Congregation Council, will take up our current practices and shift, as needed. In the meantime, I ask for your help to make our place of worship, education, fellowship, and outreach the safest and healthiest it can be and remember the following with grace. continue reading here
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July's kick-off of the 3rd Thursday Senior Social Club was a rousing success! Forty people enjoyed a delicious spaghetti lunch provided by Pastor Marcus and Kristen. It was a chatty group and the conversation lingered until the coffee pot was dry and most of the cakes and banana pudding were gone. Senior Care Coordinator Donna Simmons says that plans are underway for another fabulous meal and good time next month on August 19th. Mark your calendars now! |
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Please remember those in need as you shop. Pick up a few of the following items as soon as you see them on sale. Most needed items in boldface.
70-80 page spiral notebooks
ball point pens
16 or 24 count crayons
pink erasers
blunt children’s scissors
unsharpened pencils
pencil sharpeners
12’ metric and US measurement rulers
Collection baskets are in the Narthex and Mountain Street entrances. Monetary donations also welcome. Make checks payable to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church with a note for LWR School Supplies.
We appreciate all your gifts and help with this project throughout the years. A gift to Lutheran World Relief helps to educate children in need.
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Sanctuary
The ELCA became a sanctuary denomination following the Churchwide Assembly in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 2019. That means the ELCA is publicly declaring that walking alongside immigrants and refugees is a matter of faith. The story of Miriam Vargas and First English Lutheran Church in Columbus, Ohio, demonstrates how that congregation stepped out in faith.
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FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP meets next on Sunday, August 1st at Noon in the Women’s Ministry Room. This group of single, widowed, and divorced people meet monthly. Everyone is to bring a favorite dish to share.
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HEALING THROUGH CONVERSATIONS meets on Thursday, August 5th at 11am in the Family Life Center.
This monthly meeting is for those who have lost a loved one to death.
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Please contact Senior Care and Bereavement Coordinator Donna Simmons if you have questions about Food, Fun & Fellowship or Healing Through Conversations. |
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Support Emanuel's Lutheran Youth Organization by sending a flamingo flock to a friend before July 31. Funds go towards the 2022 ELCA National Youth Gathering in Minneapolis.
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Please contact individual groups or the church office to see how each creatively proceeds with the ministry and life of the church.
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THE HERITAGE CLASS Augsburg Fortress Quarterly Adult Bible Study led by Steve Richardson and Walter Seidenschwarz meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. in room 304. The summer study is Confident Hope.
The Heritage Class has a long history of supporting ministries of the church and participating in community outreach. Below are photos of the brick paver donated by Emanuel's Heritage Class with proceeds benefiting the Seguin Conservation Society Heritage Village; Pastor Marcus and Beth Zies at the dedication of the beautified pathway; and the celebratory crowd enjoying the new growth and expanded educational opportunities.
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A LOOK AT THE GOSPELS (Family Life Center): RETURNS AUGUST 1st. Join Pastor Marcus in the Family Life Center each Sunday at 9:00 a.m. for a deeper look at each Gospel, their authors, their faith community, and their differences.
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MUSIC MINISTRY includes the Jubilation Singers Choir and Heavenly Ringers Handbell Choir. Summer Choir now meets at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday mornings in the s. Contact Thomas Engler, Emanuel's Director of Music.
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LWR QUICK QUILTERS gathers in their first floor sewing suite on Monday mornings to assemble quilts that are distributed globally to those in need. If you are interested in this productive group call or text Jeanne P. at (830) 624-6478.
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PROPERTY STEWARDS are a stalwart group of doers at Emanuel's who meet on Tuesday mornings. All skillsets are welcome. There are carpenters and gardeners and people good at changing light bulbs! Contact Garry Miller for more information.
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SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER meets in the chapel on Thursday mornings at 10am to lift in prayer our church, community, and the world. Contact is Donna Simmons.
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HEALING THROUGH CONVERSATION is a support group for those who have lost a loved on to death. The group meets on the third Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Facilitated by Donna Simmons,
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FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP gathers on the 1st Sundays at Noon in the Women's Ministry Room. This ministry is for widowed, divorced, and separated people. Donna Simmons is the contact.
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WORSHIP LEADERS are the backbone of our services on Sunday mornings. If you would like to be an usher, reader, assisting minister, Altar Guild, communion assistant, hospitality. or radio announcer contact Denise H.
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COUPLES NIGHT OUT is an opportunity for couples who are 20-40ish to try new adventures, hang out, and get to know one another. They meet once a month(ish) at various locations. Contact is Pastor Marcus.
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FAITH CIRCLE gathers on the Third Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m.in the Women's Ministry Room.
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JOY CIRCLE meets on the Second Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.in the Women's Ministry Room.
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LADIES AID resumes on August 4 at 2:00 p.m. in the Women's Ministry Room.
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IN THE COMMUNITY
Emanuel's Partners in Service have resumed activities in Seguin and the surrounding area. We will post new opportunities as they unfold.
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY builds and improves homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of a decent and affordable place to live. Ecumenical Build Days are 1st Saturdays of each month from 8-Noon. The current house is at 521 Newton. If you can help out, please contact Garry Miller at 830-534-3290 or garry.miller@satx.rr.com.
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CHRISTIAN CUPBOARD provides food and other basic need items to those living in Guadalupe County. Emanuel's has collection sites in the Narthex and the Mountain St. entrance. Most needed items include: egg cartons; cans of tuna and other meats; cans of fruit, veggies, beans, soup; mac & cheese; dried beans and rice; pasta and sauces; PB&J; cereal; toilet tissue, soap.
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NAMI GUADALUPE COUNTY provides education, advocacy and support to families and individuals affected by mental illness. Online Connection Recovery Support Group for individuals living with a mental health condition meets twice a month. Contact John B. to register. Online Family Support Group meets twice a month. Contact Barbara V. to register.
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THE GAREDN OF EATIN' is Emanuel's community garden on the corner of Walnut and Bowie Streets. The garden enjoys a partnership with Seguin ISD and provides produce for the Christian Cupboard as able. We'd love to have you dig in with us. Contact our resident gardener Wayne S. .
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During the summer months office hours are still 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.
You are welcome to make an appointment before stopping by. Everyone is still accessible via email. Thanks for understanding our need for rest and rejuvenation after a very trying year. |
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THANK YOU for your continued financial support of the ongoing ministries of Emanuel's Lutheran Church.
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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:
January 1- July 20, 2021
Receipts: $ 251,302.43
Expenses: $ 274,465.27
January 1- July 20, 2020
Receipts:$ 241,524.39
Expenses: $ 302,196.66
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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Submit a brief, yet detailed description of your event 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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