Because Luther ans are brave: We don't have to face the wilderness alone. We don't even have to face the Garden of Eatin' alone. Shout out to this fearless team: Mike Haug and Wayne Stalsworth. Special thanks to the men of Omega Tau service fraternity at TLU for pitching in during the spring garden work day. We are better together.

Announcements

FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP is a group of single, widowed, or divorced friends who gather monthly. Join us on Sunday, March 15 at Noon in the Women’s Ministry Room. Everyone is to bring a favorite dish to share. RELAY FOR LIFE BAKE SALE will be Sunday, March 22 in the Narthex after worship. Team "Earth Angels" appreciates the continued support from Emanuel's Lutheran Church. ST JOHN LUTHERAN FISH FRY is Friday, March 20 from 5-8PM at 600 S. Center Street (FM465) in Marion. This is a drive-thru only event. $10 plates contain fish, fries, hush puppies, cole slaw & green beans.

MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICES Join us for midweek services on Wednesdays March 3—April 1 as we brave the wilderness during Lent at 12:05 and 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Simple meals shared at 12:30 and 6:00 in the Women's Ministry Room. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to bring soup and bread for the Lenten evening meal on March 18th. Contact donnadodgen@sbcglobal.net or call/text 830-305-2546.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates The health of our church family, and of the public, is important to the Council and Staff of Emanuel' Lutheran Church. On March 5, new protocols and recommendations were announced for the church community and campus. Click here to read that announcement. There are currently no known or suspected cases of COVID-19 in Seguin. Visit the Guadalupe County Office of Emergency Management website for local updates. In addition to the coordinated efforts of Church Council and Staff, individuals are encouraged to protect one another by adhering to the following precautions. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. When possible, avoid close contact with people who are sick with cold and flu symptoms. Stay home if you are sick with cold or influenza-type symptoms to minimize risk of transmission to others. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or use your elbow to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Greet each other with warm and loving smiles, waves, elbow bumps, and/or other non-tactile ways. General tips Follow the CDC’s prevention guidelines. Watch these emails for Emanuel's updates. Stay current on the latest developments from the CDC. In summary, we are operating as usual with VERY clean hands and extra care for those around us. Please let us know if you have any questions about Emanuel's ongoing response to the COVID-19 epidemic.

Easter Giving

With your donations, assorted spring flowers will colorfully grace the sanctuary of Emanuel’s this Easter on April 12th and the gift of clean water will bless families across the globe for years to come.   Everyone deserves access to clean, safe water. It affects everything. It means education for children, especially girls. It means time saved and spent on other activities, including earning money. It means improved health and reduced mortality. It means hope for the future. Emanuel’s Lutheran Church has taken up the challenge to raise $5000 to build a well in rural Africa. When you make a donation this Easter you are making a new life possible for more than 500 people in need.   You may honor or remember a loved one by supporting Water to Thrive (any dollar amount) and/or with a blooming plant ($15 each). Checks payable to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church.   Forms and payments may be put in an envelope and placed in the offering plate or delivered to the church office.   The deadline to ensure blooming plants for Easter and inclusion in the bulletin listing is Monday, March 30, 2020.

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Emanuel's Water Well Campaign is LIVE! Read more about Water to Thrive and Emanuel's Fundraiser at the link below. You may make a donation online, but don't forget to fill out an Easter Giving form (above) if you wish to honor a loved one. Water to Thrive Online

150th Anniversary

Photography March 25-26-27-28 NEW APRIL DATE ADDED! Thursday, April 16 Schedule your photography session right now by clicking the button below. You may also register in the Narthex on Sunday mornings or by calling the church at 830-370-5046 for assistance. We can't wait to see your smiling faces!

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Looking Ahead

EMANUEL'S SUMMER 2020 SAVE THE DATES!

Summer Camp at Camp Chrysalis and Ebert Ranch Camp June 28-July 3 (6-8th grade at Camp Chrysalis, and 8th to High School LYLE 1 at Ebert Ranch Camp) June 28-July 3 (High School LYLE 2 at Ebert Ranch Camp) July 12-17 (6-8th grade Confirmation program at Camp Chrysalis) July 12-15 (1-3rd grade Young's A at Camp Chrysalis) Other weeks and programs available at Cross Trails Ministry. Day Camp & VBS Week July 6-10 Day Camp from 8:30-3:30 for youth who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade. July 6-10 VBS from 8:30-12:30 for 3-5 year olds. Registration opens in April. VOLUNTEERS will be needed.

High School Mission Trip: New Orleans, LA June 7-12 Registration open at Youthworks. Youthworks partners with many local non-profits and ministries including Exciet All Stars Sports Camp, ARC Mardi Gras Bead Recycling, Second Harvest Food Bank and more. Deposit due by May 25. Pastor Kelsie and Pastor Marcus can answer your questions about these fabulous summer experiences.

Christian Education Opportunities

1 st  COMMUNION CLASSES will be held on Sundays March 22, 29 and April 5  from 9:15-10:15am in the Women’s Ministry Room. All 5 th  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 9 th  at 7pm, that 1 st  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.

SUNDAYS AT 9:15 The Assembly Class (Family Life Center): Lessons from the Bible. The Heritage Class (307): Augsburg Fortress Quarterly Adult Bible Study. The Joy Class (204): Bible stories and songs for adults with intellectual disabilities. Preschool to High School Ministry Rotations This is the general schedule. Please check the calendar to confirm. 2nd Sunday: Sandbox Stories, Kindergarten to 4th Grade (during worship) ELYO, High School (9:15 - 10:15 a.m.) 3rd Sunday: Bible, Faith & Science 5th -8th Grade (during worship) Confirmation: 6th-8th Grade (after worship, schedule varies each month) ELYO: High Schoolers meeting monthly at 9:15 on the 2nd Sunday in the Youth Room off the Fellowship Hall for breakfast, discussion, service, games and fellowship. We also gather once a month for a fun outing. Check out the calendar for fellowship events!

WEEKDAY STUDIES Tuesday Morning Bible Study (Family Life Center): returns Jan. 14 at 7:30 a.m. Faith Circle (Women's Ministry Room): Third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Joy Circle (Women's Ministry Room): Second Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Ladies Aid (Women't Ministry Room): First Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. What Would Jesus Brew? (The Warehouse): Young Adults meeting First Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Pub Theology meets on the Third Friday of the month.

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