Because Lutherans listen intently: all eyes and ears absorbed the Forward in Faith campaign presentation at the Congregational Meal on Sunday. It was wonderful to gather together in fellowship over a delicious lunch to learn about how good stewardship of our current resources will enable us to live out our mission of welcoming all people and preparing for our next era of ministry. A special thank you goes out to the Forward in Faith Steering Committee for coordinating such a lovely event. More pictures of the day can be seen here. We are better together.
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Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Masks are encouraged but no longer required on the church campus.
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On Sunday Emanuel's welcomed Beau Almquist, son of Andrew and Natalia Almquist, into the body of Christ and into the mission we share as a new member of Emanuel's Lutheran Church through the Sacrament of Baptism. Thanks and praise to God! |
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FORWARD IN FAITH
STEP 5: DECIDE TO GIVE SACRIFICIALLY
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The Forward in Faith campaign is a request for special "above and beyond" gifts designated for the improvement projects described at our Congregational Meal last Sunday. These singular gifts will enhance the generosity you exhibit annually through your offerings in support of Emanuel's ministries.
As we move faithfully through our 152nd year as Christ's people, your continued regular giving will enable us to carry out our current ministry plans and better prepare us to fully utilize the facilities renovations we are asking you to invest in through this special campaign.
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ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY CLEANUP DAY
Saturday, May 14
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Join the Outreach & Service Team at the Chili’s Grill & Bar parking lot off I10 at 8am for our second Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup Day. Wear long pants, boots or closed-toe shoes, hat, and gloves. Pictured above is our crew from GWOH last fall. Come on out and help us make our stretch of highway look awesome and welcoming for our Seguin neighbors! |
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KOSCIUSKO, CESTOHOWA &
PANNA MARIA CHURCH TOURS
Saturday, May 21
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The Senior Social Club and friends will tour some of the historic churches in the Panna Maria area south of Seguin in May. We will meet at the Emanuel’s parking lot at 8:45 am and carpool to St Ann’s Church in Kosciusko, Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Cestohowa, and Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Panna Maria. We’ll stop for lunch after the second church. There is no cost to tour the churches, but they do ask for donations. Please RSVP to Donna Simmons at donna@elcseguin.org or 830-379-5046 by Tuesday, May 11th. |
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Emanuel's sponsored three Seguin High School US History classes with snacks and goodies as they take the STAAR test this week. Snacks were provided for each day of testing, which began April 25th and ends May 2nd. Pastor Marcus was asked to offer some words of encouragement, alongside the High School Head Principal and other teachers and administrators, in preparation for the week. Kudos for the Emanuel's Outreach & Service Team and the Education Team for making this happen. Many thanks to Council Vice President Emily Prochnow for getting Emanuel's connected! |
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HONORING OUR FRONTLINE
HEALTHCARE WORKERS
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COOKIES NEEDED!
May 16-19
During worship on Sunday, May 22 we will be honoring our frontline healthcare workers and presenting them with gift baskets. The Congregational Care Team is asking our fabulous Emanuel’s bakers to bring homemade cookies, brownies, or other goodies (3 to a bag) to the church office the week of May 16-19. Sign up sheets are in the narthex.
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WELCA
WELCA, the all-encompassing women’s organization of the ELCA, is alive and well and continues to be a resource for many outreach programs that make a difference in our troubled world.
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CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION at 10:30 a.m.
Ignite! KIDS (First Floor): Gather in the IGNITE! KIDS room in the 1st Floor Green Classroom at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday Mornings for song and Bible stories. Age groups will transition to different rooms following the gathering time then return to families in worship for Communion. Let PK know if you can be added to the teaching rotation.
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SUNDAY ADULT CLASSES
THE HERITAGE CLASS: Augsburg Fortress Quarterly Adult Bible Study led by various class members meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. in room 304. The spring study is God Frees and Redeems: Deuteronomy, Ezra, Matthew, John, Romans, Galatians.
PASTOR MARCUS' CLASS: 9:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. "A Study of Martin Luther, the Reformation, and the Theology that Created Change." Please bring your Small Catechism.
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.
WEEKDAY STUDIES
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Faith Circle (Women’s Ministry Room): Third Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m.
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Joy Circle (Women’s Ministry Room): Second Thursday at 9:30 a.m.
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Ladies Aid (Women’s Ministry Room): First Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.
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Upcoming:
FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP
We will gather next on Sunday, May 1st at Noon in the Women's Ministry Room. This ministry is for widowed, divorced, separated, and any people needing conversation and friendship. Please bring a favorite dish to share. Donna Simmons is the contact.
HEALING THROUGH CONVERSATION
This is a support group for those who have lost a loved on to death. The group meets next on Thursday, May 5th at 11 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Facilitated by Donna Simmons.
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Continuing Programs:
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MUSIC MINISTRY includes the Jubilation Singers Choir and Heavenly Ringers Handbell Choir. Heavenly Ringers meets at 6:30 on Wednesday evenings followed by Jubilation Singers at 7:30. 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 1st Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Facilitated by Donna Simmons.
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SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB gathers on the 3rd Thursday at 11:30am of each month for lunch, conversation, and other shenanigans. Donna Simmons is the coordinator for this lively group.
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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 Sherry 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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DO YOU PLAY 42? A group of domino players play the game 42 at Emanuel’s on Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. Experienced players are invited to pull up a chair and join in the fun with “The 42 Crew.” Please contact Alton Mattke at 433-1193 and he can answer all your questions.
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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YOUR BEST LIFE FESTIVAL
Happy * Healthy * Whole
Saturday, May 14, 2022
10am - 3pm
Central Park in downtown Seguin
NAMI Guadalupe County, an Emanuel's Partner in Service, is hosting a free festival for the whole family. Find information on health and wellness from a variety of local agencies, businesses, and organizations. Learn about community resources, financial planning, mental health, nutrition, physical fitness, safety and more. There will be jiu jitsu, tai chi, yoga, and Zumba demonstrations plus disc golf, coloring and face painting for all ages, bounce house and petting zoo. Food trucks, too!
Canned good donations will go the Christian Cupboard.
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Continuing programs:
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CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP: Emanuel’s hosts a community Support Group for Caregivers currently caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Dementia, and other aging issues. Meeting next May 28, June 25, and July 23. Facilitators are the Rev. John and Faye Van Deusen. You can reach Pastor John at (830) 305-5658 and Faye at (830) 305-8851.
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NAMI GUADALUPE COUNTY provides education, advocacy and support to families and individuals affected by mental illness. Learn more at NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
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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: 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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THE GARDEN 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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CHURCH WOMEN UNITED is a valuable ecumenical organization with women from different churches who worship and work together on various projects. Contact is Elaine G.
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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. The current house is at 503 E. Pine St If you can help out, please contact Garry Miller at 830-534-3290 or glmiller1948@gmail.com.
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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 still accessible via email. Thanks for understanding our need pace ourselves during these very trying times.
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Emanuel’s Lutheran Church and Day School celebrated three incredible leaders on April 28th! We give thanks to God for Jeni, Sherry, and Margaret on Administrative Professional’s Day! If you have a moment, drop an note of thankfulness for these wonderful ladies. |
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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:
Jan 1 - April 26, 2022
Receipts: $ 148,252.41
Expenses: $ 149,972.68
Jan 1 - April 26, 2021
Receipts: $ 165,829.81
Expenses: $ 150,111.86
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 below or 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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