Because Lutherans rejoice! Christ’s resurrection truly brings life to everyone. On Easter Sunday we sung hymns of praise, gathered around sacred words, and proclaim God’s faithfulness, power, and love in the feast of holy communion. Worship was preceded by a delicious brunch and the morning concluded with a frolicking hunt for eggs on the lawn. Thank you to all our behind-the-scenes folk who gave the day extra flare. Shout out to some of our Worship Leaders pictured here, Pastor Marcus, Elle Hepp, Noah Bentley, and Cason Ulrich. If you have photos of the day, please share with sherry@elcseguin.org. We are better together..

Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

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

CHRISTIAN CUPBOARD

LENTEN OFFERING

Our Lenten canned goods and pantry items headed to the Christian Cupboard on Tuesday. Thank you to everyone who donated items to support our neighbors in Guadalupe County. Hughlene and Karen report that the donations weighed 253.5 pounds.

Did you know that Emanuel's supports the Christian Cupboard all year long? Shelf stable items may be left in the bins at the Mountain Street entrance or on the shelf in the narthex.

FIRST COMMUNION

On Maundy Thursday we celebrated the First Communion of Leland May, Braylnn Foster, and Logan Adair (not pictured). The celebrants completed a three-week course of study and baked bread for everyone to share at the communal table.

EGG-CELLENT EVENT

Groups provide Seguin community egg hunt for children of all abilities

Felicia Frazar The Seguin Gazette

Apr 5, 2023

Children of all ages and abilities gathered around the Texas Lutheran University football field clutching Easter baskets and eagerly awaiting their turn to scoop up candy-filled eggs. Parents and volunteers assisted the children in gathering 20,000 Easter eggs in five age-based waves ensuring all youth walked away

with goodies during the first Eggapalooza event hosted by Emanuel's Lutheran Church, the Believe It Foundation, and the Texas Lutheran University Campus Ministry.

ALL MINISTRY TEAM NIGHT!

Monday, April 17

6:30 pm in the Women's Ministry Room

All of Emanuel’s Ministry Teams now gather on a single evening each month to collaborate, plan, and schedule for 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!

SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB

Thursday, April 20

11:30-1:30 in the Women's Ministry Room

This month we are having a beef and chicken fajita lunch. Please bring fajita fixings, sides, or dessert to share. Judy S., Vicar Paul and Vicar Jordana will lead a rousing post-lunch game you will not want to miss!

RSVP to Donna Simmons by Tuesday, April 18 if you can join us.

JOURNEYING THROUGH GRIEF

Sunday, April 23

2-4 pm in the Family Life Center

Discussions will focus on how our journey through grief affects us, our daily lives, and how we can help ourselves as we grieve. Emanuel's Bereavement Care Coordinator Donna Simmons will facilitate this single session program. 

See Pastor Marcus for tickets!

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. 

EPHESIANS AND THE FAITH 5 will meet in the Family Life Center on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am. From April 16-May 28 our evangelism conversation continues by studying the early church while building real faith sharing practices. Paul Sims and Pastor Marcus will use the lens of Faith 5, simple steps for sharing faith not only in a church context, but also with the children and youth in our lives. 

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.

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 rotation style Sunday morning education program starting at 9:15am.

Unit 7 Ten Men Healed

• 04/09 - NO CLASS ON EASTER SUNDAY
• 04/16 - Ten, Ten, Ten - Bible Skills and Games
• 04/23 - Stay Away - Science
• 04/30 - Healed- Cooking
• 05/07 - Jesus, Help Us - Creative Drama
• 05/14 - Four Friends Care - Creative Drama

CONFIRMATION CLASS gathers next on Sunday, April 16 at 1pm at Spirit of Joy. Instruction for the year take place monthly at either Emanuel’s or Spirit of Joy.

Read more about Summer Camp at Cross Trails Ministry here.

2023 SUMMER CAMP

Chrysalis, Ebert Ranch, and Port Aransas



Registration is open for our Synod Summer Camp Programs! This ministry is a wonderful chance to experience God in some incredible ways and we want everyone to go who wishes too! Reach out to Pastor Marcus ASAP to get your 1st-11th grader registered

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

Year to Date Giving comparison:

Jan 1 - April 11, 2023

 Church Offering Receipts: $ 130,178.07

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 112,222.21

Operating Expenses: $ 109,387.38 *

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

Jan 1 - April 11 , 2022

Church Offering Receipts: $ 137,560.06

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 126,250.00

Operating Expenses:  $ 134,470.02

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

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.