Because Lutherans love (historic) group photos: These Emanuel's teens from the NINETEEN-twenties aren't so different from our current confirmation class. They, too, lived through a pandemic and wondered what the future might hold in store. Both groups were loved, guided and prayed for during their catechism classes by their pastors and families. All these youth were given solid foundations for their life-long adventures of living out their Christian faith. Excited to see our handsome 2020 Confirmation Class this Sunday! We are in this together. WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER. We may be apart, but we are not alone.
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Join us on Sundays at 10:30 in-person and online
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CONFIRMATION SUNDAY
October 25, 2020
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On Sunday during worship Emanuel’s Lutheran Church will present Hannah Bentley, Ellie Kallus, Cade Ploetz, Hadlee Wilson, Harper Wilson, and Hays Wilson who desire to make public affirmation of their baptism.
The Confirmation Class of 2020 has experienced life and learning together in new and amazing ways. Thanks be to God for their patience and fortitude.
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It has been a difficult year to both grieve and celebrate the lives of those we have loved and lost. The Emanuel's family will gather in worship on November 1st to hear the names of those who passed this year and the newly baptized.
We invite anyone to bring a standing, framed 5x7 photo of a loved one(s) they hold dear to place on the Remembrance Table below the altar.
Pastor Marcus shares more about this special service in the letter linked below.
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Sunday worship on October 18th was full of special moments. It was with great joy that we welcomed new members Matisse Bernard, Margaret Schievelbein, Darby and Matt Clardy, and the Clardy children, Carsyn and Cooper. We also welcomed into the body of Christ through baptism Matt, Carsyn and Cooper. Praise to God for our siblings in Christ!
Thanks to Deb Haug who nabbed this photo from the Radio Booth while on duty as our Radio Broadcaster.
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PHOTO CAPTION:
Longtime Seguin resident Ted Holtz bagged a 198 pound, 10-point Panhandle buck during the opening weekend of archery season. Holtz was joined by his neighbor and chauffeur, John Nuxoll, and his son, Steve Holtz.
Thanks to the little Emanuel's bird who called the church office to let us know she'd seen Ted's picture in the Gazette. Keep the news coming, everyone! We get a lot of great feedback from this brief section of the Weekly News.
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Friday, October 30, 2020
6 - 7 pm
Day School Parking Lot
310 N. Travis Street
There are four fabulous ways you can have fun with the Emanuel's Lutheran Day School families and support this stellar ministry of Emanuel's Lutheran Church at the same time.
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HOST A TRUNK! Interested in dressing up, decorating your vehicle's trunk, and passing out treats to the cutest kids in town? Contact Victoria or Bekki at 830-372-0332 to register. Prize for the best decorated trunk!
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BRING TRICK OR TREATERS! Have a little one around ready to wear their costume and get some treats? You will all have a blast.
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DONATE! Candy and/or other treats welcome. Monetary donations also appreciated so that staff can assure there is an abundance of goodies.
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ORDER CHICK-FIL-A! The Chick-fil-A food truck will be on campus from 4-7pm. Pre-orders will be available the week before the event.
10% of Chick-fil-A proceeds goes to Emanuel's Lutheran Day School.
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TAMALES!
It’s that time of year again! Youth are selling frozen tamales from Delicious Tamales in San Antonio to help fund youth trips, camperships, and any other faith-filled-fun we can manage! Help support our youth by buying a few dozen tamales. Ttraditional pork, spicy pork, chicken, and bean and jalapeño are each $12 a dozen. Contact one of our many youth to place an order, or call the church. Orders must be placed with payment by November 2.
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DEVOTIONAL PODCAST
Join Pastor Kelsie, Pastor Marcus, Pastor Megan (Spirit of Joy), Pastor Andy (First Presbyterian), and Pastor Paul (St. John, Marion) each week for the Faces of Our Faith devotional podcast. Devotional Booklets are available to download at the link below. If you need a print version please contact the office at info@emauels-seguin.org.
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Small groups are returning to campus! Please know that masks are required in the building at all times unless seated. Social distancing of 6ft is to be maintained. Groups are not to exceed 15 participants. There is no sharing of snacks at this time. Rooms are to be left sanitized and tidied for other groups.
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JUBILATION SINGERS choir rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Suite.
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JOY CIRCLE will meet on Thursday, November 12 at 9:30 a.m. in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor.
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FAITH CIRCLE will meet on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor.
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HERITAGE BIBLE CLASS gathers on Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor.
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YOUTH MINISTRY is back with MS and HS students in the Youth Room at 9am on Sundays.
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LWR QUICK QUILTERS meet on Monday mornings in their first floor sewing rooms.
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PROPERTY STEWARDS gather on Tuesday mornings and as needed to tend to physical needs of the church and Day School facilities.
Online and other social distancing opportunities are also available.
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HOLY YOGA via Zoom with Pastor Kelsie every Monday in October. Registration has expired for this session. Contact PK if you are interested in future Holy Yoga classes.
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WWJB (What Would Jesus Brew?) meets on First Fridays at 7pm on Zoom. WWJB is our once-a-month young adult fellowship where we talk about life, faith, movies ... anything and everything. When we're able to, we will gather once again at Seguin Brewing Company to enjoy their awesome pizza, cola, and brewed beverages. Contact Pastor Kelsie for Zoom link.
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CONFIRMATION CLASS meets monthly online and in-person with students and leaders from Emanuel's. Spirit of Joy and St. John Marion.
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Face masks and other Emanuel's merch is available at our Teespring ELCSD ONLINE STORE. Order at teespring.com/stores/emanuels-lutheran-church.
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Tuesdays at the GARDEN OF EATIN' from 9-11. Come see what the fall garden looks like and how you can dig in with us!
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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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CARE CLOSET in the church office meets small, immediate needs of those coming to our door seeking assistance. We are always in need of small snack bars, toiletries, new socks, and other items.
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GVCCC ANNUAL
BBQ CHICKEN FUNDRAISER
Sunday, October 25th from 10-1
Faith Lutheran Church
The Guadalupe Valley Christian Counseling's annual event will be
drive thru only this year.
Get your tickets at the drive thru window at City Pharmacy.
Tickets are $8.oo for a one-half BBQ Chicken with no side orders.
Doug Parker, President of GVCCC Board of Directors and Emanuel's member, can answer any of your questions.
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Emanuel's Office Staff is working both at the office and at home. 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. Everyone is still accessible via email and phone.
We were really ready to move on from this theme, but it's just going to nag us for a while longer. Keep laughing under your masks, y'all!
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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:
October 1-21, 2019 $22,330.19
October 1-21, 2020 $29,271.00
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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