Because Lutherans are dutiful:
we are charged each week at the end of worship to
Go in Peace and Serve the Lord
. Little did we know that when we last read these words as we exited the church down the steps under the ancient oak in the spring we would need to hold on to them for so long. Keep fast. Stay the course. Christ is with you.
We are in this together. We are better together. We may be apart, but we are not alone.
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No Gatherings AT the Church,
BUT the Church Still Gathers
Join us on Sundays at 10:30
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A Word from Pastor Darwin
To help us navigate these challenging times Emanuel’s Lutheran Church offers an opportunity to reflect on what this means for us as individuals and as a faith community. This is the second of a 3-part video series from Pastor Darwin Huartson, emphasizing how we can best take care of ourselves and each other during these challenging COVID-19 days. Click on the image below to watch the video.
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Emanuel's Lutheran Day School is excited to announce the new Assistant Director, Sabrina Dansby. Ms. Dansby is a vibrant and welcome addition to our team. Learn more about her background and interests
here.
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Despite Covid-19,
TIS THE SEASON OF BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALES!
This year the Thrivent Action Team has broadened the scope to also include not only supplies for children abroad, but also some supplies for Emanuel’s Day School and Seguin ISD students. As you shop – however that may be – please include some of these items to share with students whose families, experiencing economic difficulties, may not have everything they need.
70-page spiral notebooks (greatest need) pink erasers ball point pens crayons
Blunt children’s scissors pencil sharpeners unsharpened pencils
rulers with both metric and US measurement boxes of facial tissue
How will supplies be collected?
Hopefully, you can put your purchases in a safe and memorable spot so that, when Emanuel’s office hours and in-sanctuary worship are normalized, you can bring the supplies along with you to church. School supply receptacles are now placed at the Mountain Street door and in the narthex.
If you want to participate, but don’t want to shop
, a monetary donation can be well-spent during these back-to-school sales. For instance, ten dollars buys 40 spiral notebooks or 480 pencils. A check, with a school supply notation, can be donated to Emanuel’s. You can also make a payment online through Emanuel's PayPal account. Please indicate "School Supplies" in your message.
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The church office was tickled to get several phone calls reminding us that Ted Holtz had a birthday on Sunday. Not just any birthday, but his 98th! We talked with Ted this week and he said the day was uneventful. Kind neighbors did help him celebrate, which was a good thing as family coming into town got detoured by the virus. (Everyone reports good health.) Thanks to his daughter-in-law Beth for the handsome photos. Happy Birthday, Ted!
His granddaughter Amy writes, "Our sweet Opa turns 98 years young today!!! Born into a hard working German-American farming family in South Texas, he had to grow up fast to help support his family. During the Great Depression, he worked far from home as a child in the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s, sending money back to help his family in Texas. He served our country in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He & my Oma raised 2 sons on their family farm, teaching them they had to work hard for everything they had or wanted.
He was married to the love of his life for over 65 years, before she went to heaven to watch over us.
"He still builds deer blinds, deer feeders, fixes fences, cooks for himself, watches wrestling on TV, & plays a mean game of 42, chicken foot, or Skip-Bo any chance he gets. He looks forward to deer season every year. The 2020 bow season cannot get here soon enough for him.
"To say we wouldn’t be where we are today, without our Opa & Oma, is an understatement! We have had to make the hard, but important choice, not to physically be there today to love on him as we celebrate his life. So, by hopefully keeping him safe from this horrible virus plaguing our country, we may celebrate many more birthdays with him! Happy 98th, Opa!!! We love you!"
You are invited to share your milestones, too! If something of note has happened while we've been apart, please let us know. Did you celebrate an anniversary? Retire? Witness a tot's first step or a kid loosing a tooth? Send your pics our way at
info@emanuels-seguin.org
. We've been missing hugs and handshakes, but it's been so long we need to see FACES!
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Emanuel's Congregational Care Ministry is coordinating a weekly letter writing campaign called
CARE CARDS. It's been great to see your cards rolling in!
This
week we will be again collecting encouraging notes for our
EMANUEL'S DAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
. We want their new year to start off with tons of love.
Send your kind words to the church and we will forward them in a big bundle.
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Em
anuel's Lutheran Church
Attn: ELDS TEACHERS
206 N. Travis Street
Seguin, TX 78155
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- EMANUEL'S PRAYER TREE: "Leaf" a Prayer. Prayers are now sprinkled around Emanuel's Prayer Garden, protected by the sprawling branches of the ancient, and historic, Ranger Oak. Feel free to use the tags provided there for your prayers or bring your own. Tie the tags to the rail around the garden. Spend quiet time reading and praying for others if you wish. Not getting out so much? You can email us your prayer at info@emanuels-seguin.org and we will add your petition for you.
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- Tuesdays at the GARDEN OF EATIN' from 9-11. In July we are harvesting and weeding. The garden is open to the community at all times, but Wayne will be there on Tuesdays to answer questions and get you started.
- CHRISTIAN CUPBOARD is taking donations. Oatmeal, canned soup, empty egg cartons (esp. 18 count) , and personal care products are needed now.
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At this time the Emanuel's office staff is working remotely. Staff will be in the office as needed or by appointment on Mondays-Thursdays from 8-5.
It is our intention, once case numbers have decreased and it is safe to do so, for the following to occur:
- Monday, August 3, 2020: Small Group Ministries Resume. They are to follow all CDC guidelines for physical distancing and each group is not to exceed 15 persons in attendance.
- Sunday, September 6, 2020: Sunday Worship to Resume on campus. Safety protocols will be made available prior to gathering.
The updated Covid19 Return to Church Plan is linked below.
Please keep in your prayers our leaders as they continue to be the church while navigating strange waters. It is with great care and compassion for all that we move forward.
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Emanuel's Office Staff is working remotely. As coronavirus cases continue to increase it seems prudent to safely work from home for a little longer. Staff may be in the office as needed or by appointment Mondays through Thursdays from 8-5.
Don't forget to wear a mask on the church campus.
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Everyone is still accessible via
email
and phone.
We continue to hold each of you and your families in our prayers. We are BETTER TOGETHER… even if it is virtually!
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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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Giving comparison for 2019-2020:
July 1-27 2019 $25,334.00
July 16-27 2019 $6,131.00
July 1-27, 2020 $31,279.00
July 16-27, 2020 $11,361.00
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@emanuels-seguin.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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