Because Lutherans love good food and good times. Chef Bill Hauserman prepared delicious chicken gumbo, Shrimp Creole, jambalaya, muffulettas, and King Cakes for the February Senior Social's "Fasching Fest." Thank you, Chef! Pictured below are Marsha S., Gail H., Deb H. and Carrie M. serving Louisiana cuisine to hungry SSC guests. The fun didn't stop here, though. Join us for Emanuel's 3rd annual Mardi Gras Pancake and Sausage Supper this Tuesday! We are better together.

📷 Judi S, award winning sous chef extraordinaire

Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

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

Transfiguration of Our Lord / Last Sunday after Epiphany, Year C

Witnesses to the glory of God in the face of Jesus reflect that glory in the world. It was true for Moses. It was doubtless true for Peter, James, and John. We pray that it will be true of all of us who see God’s glory in the word and in the supper and who are being “transformed into the same image” by God’s Spirit.

Welcome Pastor Katie!

We are excited to welcome Pastor Katie to the pulpit this Sunday.

The Rev. Katie Wegner serves as the Cross Trails Program Director at Cross Trails Ministry. Pastor Katie loves connecting with people through the transformative power of an experience at camp. She grew up attending Cross Trails programs as a camper, served on summer staff, brought young people as a leader in parish ministry and is grateful to now be a part of the Cross Trails team. Cross Trails Ministry is a year-round camp and retreat ministry operated by the congregations of the Southwestern Texas Synod of the ELCA. Their mission is to provide unique settings and experiences in which youth, adults and families are strengthened in their relationships with Christ, each other, the church and community.

Ashes-to-Go will be outside the church on Gonzales Street from Noon to 1pm. Pastors from Emanuel’s, Spirit of Joy, and Frieden’s Church will distribute ashes and give blessings to passers-by who may not have time to attend our evening service. 

Worship with Holy Communion and Imposition of Ashes will be in the Sanctuary at 6:30 PM.

Ash Wednesday reminds us that we enter this season together “with the whole church.” Though many common Lenten practices rightly invite us to individual acts of “repentance, prayer and fasting, sacrificial giving and works of love,” Lent is also a time for the deepening of community. Using readings from Mark’s gospel, this midweek series invites the congregation to reflect on what it means to be in community with one another, with the world, with creation, and with God. Our evening will begin with a meal. There is a place for you at the table. 

2025 LENTEN DEVOTIONAL

Emanuel’s invites you to use the Luther Seminary 2025 Lenten devotional, “There in God’s Garden” for daily personal study and reflection. Simply download the pdf here to your phone or computer.

On Sunday, March 2, 2025, immediately following the celebration of Holy Communion, we will hold a special called meeting that will hear the proposal and take potential action on the replacement of the carpet in all carpeted areas throughout the three levels of our building, including the chapel and altar areas, and adding carpet to the 1st level hallway. Two opportunities to see the proposed products, in their respective areas, will take place at 9:15am February 23 and March 2. The task force invites you to gather in the Sanctuary.

Read more here.

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!

Our 3rd Annual Mardi Gras celebration is Tuesday night, 5:30-7:30pm in the Fellowship Hall! Come prepared to party in your best wacky, gaudy Mardi Gras costume. There is still time to prepare: purple, green and gold everything will be the name of the game. There will be a pancake and sausage supper with fruit salad for everyone, games, pancake-eating and costume contests (with cash prizes!), feather masks, beads, Mardi Gras photographs and more fun than we deserve! The Congregation Care Team is excited and can’t wait to see you Tuesday to celebrate “Fat Tuesday” on the eve of Ash Wednesday and the Lenten season. 

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

It was a joy to welcome new members Melvin, Devon, Mike, Hudson, Emmet, Alcina, Chris, Gino, Adi, Tiffany, and Charis into the life and ministry of Emanuel's on Sunday. We give thanks and praise to God!

Are you ready for an egg-citing day of fun, laughter, and inclusion at the 3rd Annual Eggapalooza? This one-of-a-kind Easter egg hunt is designed for children of all abilities to enjoy a festive and welcoming celebration.

EGGAPALOOZA is Saturday, April 12 and we are back at TLU Bulldog Stadium! The egg hunt is free and open to everyone, of all abilities, from ages 2 to 12 years old. Follow our Facebook Event Page for updates.

Sundays, March 2, 9 and 16

2 -4 pm

Family Life Center

Making Your Grief Count is a three-week program for those who have experienced loss. Participants will learn about healthy coping tools and a path to healing in a supportive environment facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. Director of Bereavement Care Donna Simmons can be reached at donna@elcseguin.org.

Due to Ash Wednesday the March All Team Night is moved to MONDAY, MARCH 10 at 5:30pm in the Women's Ministry Room. All of Emanuel’s Ministry Teams gather on a single evening each month to share a meal, 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!

The Senior Social Club will enjoy a potluck lunch and visit from the Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers Association of San Antonio on Thursday, March 20 at 11:30am in the Fellowship Hall. The Buffalo Soldiers were created by Congress back in 1866. They started with six all-Black Army regiments - later consolidated to four - that became known as the buffalo soldiers. Please bring a dish and come to see the wonderful presentation. Friends and family are welcome!

Read more about the Buffalo Soldiers here.

The Senior Social Club Train to Burnet is Saturday, May 3! Riding on a historic train is a unique experience. Join the Senior Social Club as we take a chartered bus to Cedar Park and board the Hill Country Flyer headed to Burnet, Texas. There will be two hours to sightsee, shop, and dine around the historic town square. Relax with your friends on the way back home. It's going to be a great spring day! RSVP by March 16 to donna@elcseguin.org.

WE SEE YOU!

Recently, our Cub Scout Pack 107 cubmaster was awarded the Whitney M Young Jr Service Award. Thank you Jonathan Zitelman for all you do for Scouts and our community! Whitney M Young Jr Service Award recognizes outstanding service by an adult individual or by an organization for demonstrated involvement in the development and implementation of Scouting opportunities for youth from rural or low-income urban backgrounds.

UPCOMING DATES:

• May 3: Synod Assembly
• May 4: College Graduation Sunday
• May 18: High School Graduation Sunday
• June 1: Confirmation Sunday
• June 5-8: Emanuel's @ the Beach, Pioneer Beach RV Resort, Port Aransas. Fun for you and the whole family!
• June 16-19: VBS @ Friedens Church, 5:30-8:30pm, Open to all pre-K to 5th graders! Volunteers, too!
• June 30 to July 3: God's Explorers, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Open to all 3rd to 8th graders.
• July 12-19: Puerto Rico Mission Trip

Contact Pastor Marcus if you have questions about these events.

CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION

During worship Children's Ministry Coordinator Jordana Gutierrez leads our Pre-K to 5th grade learners to the Children's Church room, just down the hall from the sanctuary, as we begin the "Gathering Hymn: and then returns as we "Share the Peace."

The Compass Cooperative gathers on Sundays with our four church partners - Emanuel's, St. Andrew's, Spirit of Joy, and Friedens Church- at the Spirit of Joy's campus. Contact: Compass Program Director Hannah Hansen.

• Middle School Compass (6th to 8th grade) from 4-5pm
• Dinner for everyone at 5pm
• High School Compass (9th to 12th grade) from 5:30-6:30pm

Confirmation Classes for our 6th to 8th graders meet on the 4th Sunday of every month after worship in the Women’s Ministry Room on Level 1. Pastor Marcus is available to answer any questions about our new schedule and curriculum focus. 

SUNDAY ADULT CLASSES

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

This spring, our Bible lessons follow the theme “Exclusion and Embrace,” a series in two units during Lent and the weeks following that encourage us to consider what we need to let go of and what we need to take on as followers of Jesus. 

THE JOY CLASS: Bible stories and songs for adults with intellectual disabilities at 9am on the first Sunday of the month in the Women's Ministry Room.

HABAKKUK: FAITH IN TOUGH TIMES is Sundays, March 9 – April 13 at 9am. Join us for our Sunday morning Lenten study in the Family Life Center. We will read together the book of Habakkuk and other related Biblical texts as we ponder God’s work during challenging times and how we can respond faithfully.

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

Year to Date Giving comparison:

Jan 1 - Feb 25, 2025: 

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $  65,461.30

      Actual Church Offering Receipts: $ 78,788.50

       Actual Other Receipts: $  4,313.00

Total Receipts From Offering and Other Receipts YTD: $ 83,101.50

Operating Expenses YTD: $ 63,101.64 *

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

Jan 1- Feb 25, 2024:

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 64,396.55

     Actual Church Offering Receipts: $ 75,305.32

     Actual Other Receipts: $ 2,122.51

Total Receipts From Offering and Other Receipts YTD: $ 77,427.83

Operating Expenses YTD: $  68,942.66 *

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

Emanuel's 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.