Interfaith Pride Worship Service at Spirit of Joy: Join us for a joyful interfaith experience on October 29, where every person is celebrated, every voice matters, and everyone has a place at the table. Come celebrate love, dignity, and belonging!

You are invited to join us for a Midterm Election Prayer Service as we pray for our nation, our communities, and one another.

Whatever the election results may bring, our calling as baptized Christians remains the same: to love God and our neighbors. Together, we’ll pray for peace, seek wisdom for our leaders, and reflect on how we can continue to love and serve others with humility and hope.

Monday, November 2 | 6:00pm | Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church

All are welcome to join us for an evening of prayer, reflection, and hope!

THANKSGIVING FOOD BAG COLLECTION:

Spirit of Joy has been asked by Seguin Communities in Schools (CIS) to help assemble 25 Thanksgiving bags for identified low-income families in the school district.

Please consider donating items from the list below. A sign-up sheet will be available at church, or you may email Grace Mueller to claim an item early.

All donations must be at church by the morning of November 8, as CIS plans to begin distributing the bags on November 9.

Items Needed:

• Canned green beans – 50 cans
• Canned corn – 25 cans
• Instant mashed potatoes (8 oz.) – 25 packets
• Stuffing mix – 25 boxes
• Cornbread mix – 25 boxes
• Gravy packets – 25
• Macaroni and cheese – 25 boxes
• H-E-B gift cards ($20 each) – 25
• Bags of 12 cookies (homemade or store-bought) – 25

The gift cards and cookie bags will each have 25 sign-up slots. Any item may be divided between two people; just let Grace know.

Thank you for your generosity and for helping make Thanksgiving a little brighter for families in our community!

WATOTO=CHILDREN'S BENEFIT: LAST CHANCE TO DONATE!

Hopefully, all of our Spirit of Joy-ers have been saving their pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, half-dollars, and silver dollars over the past nine months in anticipation of supporting the lives of the children served through the Watoto=Children Ministry in Tanzania!

In October, we invite everyone to join us in advocating for these children and raising funds to help provide access to health insurance, nutritious food, and educational opportunities for children in need.

Our Joy Bear Jar will be returning to worship throughout the month of October! This gives each of us plenty of opportunities to remember to bring our loose change and, together, impact change in a child’s life.

Let’s continue our Spirit of Joy legacy of generosity, compassion, and support. Every coin counts, and together, we can make a meaningful difference once again!

GODLY PLAY CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISER:

The Godly Play students are excited to sponsor a special Christmas fundraiser through Lynch Creek Farm! Their beautiful, handcrafted holiday creations feature fresh Christmas greenery and include wreaths, centerpieces, amaryllis plants, and garlands—perfect for bringing festive cheer to your home or sharing as gifts.

10% of the proceeds will be split between two organizations chosen by our students: the Christian Cupboard and the Southside Community Center.

Located in San Marcos, the Southside Community Center provides valuable resources to Hays County residents, helping them access essential needs such as medical care, food, and shelter. We are especially proud that our own member, Jessica Cain, serves on the center’s board.

We invite you to visit the Lynch Creek Farm fundraising website and consider supporting this wonderful cause. Your purchase will help make the Christmas season brighter while supporting organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Thank you for supporting our Godly Play students and the organizations they have chosen to help. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

SALVATION ARMY KETTLE CAMPAIGN:

It’s almost time to ring bells for the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign! The need is greater than ever this year, and the Kettle Campaign provides half of the funds available for distribution to help those in need. Every hour you volunteer makes a difference!

Once again, Spirit of Joy will have two opportunities to ring bells, making it hopefully easier for everyone to find a time that works with their schedule. You’re welcome to sign up for one day or both!

Our Dates:

• Friday, December 11 | 9am to 9pm
• Monday, December 21 | 9am to 9pm

We’ll be ringing bells at the Seguin Walmart Home and Pharmacy entrance on both days. The first time slots are one-hour shifts, while the final shifts are two hours. Feel free to bring a chair or stool if you’d like to sit while ringing.

Ready to sign up? Sign-up sheets are located on the resource table at the back of the sanctuary.

Have questions? Contact Jennifer Ehlers at 830-305-1352

SCHEDULE TIME WITH PASTOR MEGAN:

You may now use the following link to schedule a meeting (personal or business) with Pastor Megan.

This links directly with her schedule, so no worries about duplication. Contact Chris with any questions.

SAFE CAMPUS

NOTICE:

Spirit of Joy is a welcoming and inclusive community. For everyone's safety, our campus is gun-free, smoke-free, and drug-free both inside and outside of all buildings.

The use of alcohol is restricted and permitted only with prior Council permission.

VISIT

US:

Monday through Thursday:

9:00AM to 4:00PM

Friday: by appointment only.

Worship is held Sundays at 9:30am in our Worship Center.

SUNDAY WORSHIP LIVESTREAM LINK:

Can’t make it to Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church for worship?

THE 9:30AM Service streams LIVE every Sunday on YOUTUBE.

BREEZE:

Having issues accessing your BREEZE account? Stan Meyer is here to help!

Email Stan if you want to change something in your profile, or update your password.

SOJ

CALENDAR:

Want to know what’s going on at SOJ this month?

Click on the link below to access our PUBLIC calendar.

VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE:

October 29 (at 6:30pm):

InterFaith Pride Worship Service

Ushers: Cathy Cordes, Becky Geinzer

Worship Slide Technician: Nancy Hartfiel

YARD MAINTENANCE: