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Because Lutherans love playtime. Park & Play was an awesome event sponsored by Emanuel's Education Ministry Team at Starke Park last Saturday morning, even if it was a bit on the chilly side! Everyone who came out played hard, gobbled down Pastor Marcus' grilled burgers and hot dogs, and enjoyed meeting new friends and neighbors! We are better together.
đź“·Vicar Jordana and Deanna Z.
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"Discerning an Exotic Species: A Lutheran Evangelist," is a 5-week sermon series, beginning February 12th. New and familiar voices and faces from our congregation will dive deeper into our understanding of Evangelism, what the Bible teaches about being an evangelist, and how it applies to our everyday faith walk.
Led by Paul Sims, Dennis Sagebiel, and Pastor Marcus, the conversation will continue in the Family Life Center during the education hour on March 19 and 26. Come join us!
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In addition to Emanuel's traditional Ash Wednesday services in the Sanctuary at both noon and 7pm, ashes will also be imposed outside on the street at noon.
For the tenth year in a row, Emanuel’s is taking Ash Wednesday to the people of Seguin with a convenient drive-thru format. “Ashes-to-Go” enables busy people to receive ashes and a blessing from clergy representing First Presbyterian, Spirit of Joy Lutheran, Friedens United Church of Christ, and Emanuel’s Lutheran Churches.
During the lunch hour on Wednesday, February 22, from noon to one, the parking spaces adjacent to Emanuel’s on Gonzales Street will be the unconventional home to an historic Christian tradition of receiving a cross of ashes at the beginning of the holy season of Lent. Pastors will greet anyone who pulls into the drive-thru lane … on foot, bicycle, or car.
Look for signs on Court Street directing traffic down Bowie Street by the Habitat Store then up Gonzales Street. Everyone is welcome!
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WEDNESDAYS DURING LENT
March 1-29 at 7pm
Please join us for a light supper at 6pm in the Women’s Ministry Room before Holden Evening Prayer in the Sanctuary
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Tuesday, February 21
5:30-7pm
Women's Ministry Room
Brace yourself for joyous Christian ruckus, Mardi Gras style! The Congregational Care Team is planning cook-to-order pancakes with fabulous fixings, a lively game or two, and a guaranteed fun time for all ages.
Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!
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DEVOTIONS FOR LENT
Available now in the narthex and church office
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the writing of “Amazing Grace,” these Lenten devotions by theologian Michael Hoy tie the words of the beloved song (and the history surrounding it) to our lives today and to the lives of those in the Bible who experienced the amazing grace of God revealed most profoundly in the salvation of Jesus.
Stephenie Hovland is the author of "God's Grace Is Great! - Amazing Lenten Devotions for Children." As children reflect on the words of “Amazing Grace” in this daily Lenten devotion booklet, they are reminded that God’s great grace was poured out upon us because of the sacrifice Jesus made for us on the cross. Because of Jesus Christ, we all can say that we have been saved by God’s grace. And that’s amazing! Ages 6-10.
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ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, February 18
Join the Outreach and Service Team at the Chili's Grill & Bar parking lot off I10 at 8am. Wear long pants, boots or closed-toe shoes, hat, and gloves. We are going to make our little stretch of highway look awesome and welcoming for our Seguin neighbors.
Bryce Kennedy (281)450-7654 can answer any questions.
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COUPLE'S NIGHT OUT
Saturday, February 18
Couple's Night Out meets next on Saturday, February 18 at 6:30pm. We will gather at the EVO in San Marcos for some awesome bowling and fellowship and then head to Chuy’s, just up the parking lot, for dinner and drinks. Please RSVP with Pastor Marcus by Wednesday the 15th if you’d would like to attend.
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BEACH TRIP MEETING
Sunday, February 26
9:15 in the Family Life Center
Come plan with us and ask all your questions. Pastor Marcus is planning an “Emanuel’s at the Beach” weekend in early June. Camping spaces will soon need to be reserved at Pioneer RV Park at Port A, along with additional housing, so interest from our church is needed ASAP. Our dates are June 2-4th, with those wishing to come early arriving on Thursday the 1st. If you’d be interested in participating then this is the meeting to attend.
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Monday, February 27
6:30-8:30pm
Women's Ministry Room
All of Emanuel’s Ministry Teams now gather on a single evening each month to collaborate, plan, and schedule for 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!
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MAKING YOUR GRIEF COUNT
Sundays, February 26 - March 12
2-4 PM in the Family Life Center
Our three-week "Making Your Grief Count' program is for those who have experienced the loss of death of a loved one to work through their grief and learn about healthy coping tools. Facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. To learn more, contact Emanuel's Bereavement Coordinator Donna Simmons at 830-379-5046 or donna@elcseguin.org.
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2023 SUMMER CAMP
Chrysalis, Ebert Ranch, and Port Aransas
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Registration is open for our Synod Summer Camp Programs!
This ministry is a wonderful chance to experience God in some incredible ways and we want everyone to go who wishes too!
Reach out to Pastor Marcus ASAP to get your 1st-11th grader registered
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1st COMMUNION CLASSES
Sundays, March 19, 26 and April 2
9:15 am in the Women's Ministry Room
All 5th grader and older youth who have not participated in the class and are wishing to do so are invited. We will gather for study, fellowship, and during our last gathering, will bake the bread used for Holy Communion at the Maundy Thursday service. It will be at this service, Thursday, April 6th at 7pm, that 1st Communion students and their families will celebrate the Meal together. Please reach out to Pastor Marcus to get your youth on the list for this year’s classes.
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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 winter study is From Darkness to Light: 2 Chronicles, Isaiah, Joel, Luke, 1 Corinthians, 2 Timothy, James, 1 Peter.
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.
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CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL (1st Floor Green Room near elevator): Preschool to 5th graders are invited to join the Education Team for a brand new, rotation style Sunday morning education program starting at 9:15am. We start together for song, Bible story, and then head off to our group projects.
Unit 4: Daniel and the Lions: 02/05 - Belief - Cooking
Unit 5: Jonah and the Big Fish:
02/12- God Calls Jonah and Hides – Creative Drama
02/19- A Big Storm and Really Big Fish- Science
02/26 – Straight to Nineveh- Cooking
03/05- God Sends a Message – Bible Skills and Games
CONFIRMATION CLASS meets next on Sunday, March 19 at 1pm at Emanuel's in the Women's Ministry Room. Instruction for the year take place monthly at either Emanuel’s or Spirit of Joy.
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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 - Feb 14, 2023
Church Offering Receipts: $ 64,483.93
Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $50,000.00
Operating Expenses: $ 41,839.59 *
* These figures do not include Forward In Faith remodel expenses or In-Kind Gifts
Jan 1 - Feb 14, 2022
Church Offering Receipts: $ 78,825.27
Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 56,250.00
Operating Expenses: $ 44,661.06*
* These figures do not include Forward In Faith remodel expenses or In-Kind Gifts
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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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 also accessible via email. | |
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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