Because Lutherans share the word with everything they've got: Emanuel's Day School is back in full swing and that includes weekly Chapel with the pastors! It is hard to tell who is most engaged. Extra points if you can guess what book of the Bible is illustrated here. Check your answer at the end of this newsletter. 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 online
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As we inch towards safely returning to in-person worship our first trial run will be on Sunday, September 27 at 8:00 a.m. on the church lawn at the corner of Travis and Mountain Streets. Services on this date will also be online and on the radio at our regular 10:30 a.m. worship time.
Items to bring to Worship on the Lawn:
- Mask for safety of others
- Chair or blanket to sit on
- Umbrella, hat, and/or sunglasses
- Something to drink
- Rejoicing heart and voice
Please Remember:
- 6-feet of distance between all parties
- We will want to hug, but please wave from a distance instead
- "Sharing of the Peace" will be done by waving or offering a distanced sign of peace
- Communion will be practiced from our seats with prepackaged elements
- Offering may be dropped off upon arrival or departure in designated baskets
We look forward to additional Worship on the Lawn services on October 25 and November 29. Please feel free to share your comments and concerns as we learn to do church in new ways together.
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Connect with Christ in a new way.
Mondays in October on Zoom with Pastor Kelsie
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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“ Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.' "
- Mark 12:30
Holy Yoga is the physical and spiritual practice of connecting our mind, body, and spirit with God. Our goal is to facilitate a Christ-honoring experience that offers an opportunity for believers and non-believers alike to authentically connect to God through God’s Word, God’s people, worship, and wellness. Using engaging Scripture, prayer, meditation, movement, worship, and often uplifting music, we create space in our minds, bodies, and souls for God.
If you have ever considered the powerful and proven benefits of practicing yoga but have been apprehensive about the intent or even ‘not being flexible enough’, know that you are welcome here! Holy Yoga is an amazing opportunity to connect with God, yourself, and your community.
Students will discover what Holy Yoga is, learn Holy Yoga terminology, participate in breath work and Scripture meditation, receive in-depth instruction of primary poses, and experience a gentle Holy Yoga class. There is a suggested fee of $25 for the four week series. All fees and donations will be split 50/50 as a donation to a local non-profit decided upon by the participants and funds to continue education for different Yoga certifications in chair, kids, touch, etc.
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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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PEW PAL UPDATES WANTED
Have you been in touch with your Pew Pal lately? It's been a while since we exchanged names and numbers when last in the sanctuary. Please let us know how you are staying in contact with your Pew Pals. We'd like to share your stories here in the coming weeks. Contact Pastor Marcus.
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MILESTONES
Do you have a 3rd grader in your house that is looking forward to their Bible this year or a 5th grader looking forward to their 1st Communion? If so, please contact Pastor Marcus with their name and which milestone they are preparing for so that materials can be ordered and prepared.
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HERITAGE BIBLE CLASS RESUMES
Several members have decided to re-convene our Sunday morning Bible Study beginning Sept. 6 at the regular 9:15 a.m. meeting time in the third floor Family Life Center. If you feel comfortable, abiding by the guidelines established by the Council, feel free to join the group for a trial run. Someone will be stationed at the Mountain Street entrance from 9 to 9:15 to make sure you will be able to get in. Might want to bring your own cup of coffee!
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CYF MINISTRY OVERVIEW
An audio recording is available below for families who were not able to log in to the CYF Ministry Overview last week. Pictured here are parents from our confirmation section of the conversation. Let Pastor Marcus know if you have any questions about the upcoming year.
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CONGREGATION COUNCIL UPDATE
Below are the Meeting Minutes from Emanuel's Congregation Council regular monthly meeting on September 1, 2020.
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Lutheran Foundation of the Southwest will offer “Growing in Generosity--Legacies That Last,” a webinar on legacy planning for family and ministry. Learn more about legacy generosity and how you can make plans now that will bless your family, congregation and other ministries of the church, and other non-profit organizations in the future.
The webinar will be offered at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on two Wednesdays – Sept. 9 and Sept. 23 – and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Please sign up for the one that works best for you using this link:
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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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Share your MILESTONE CELEBRATIONS with us! If something of note has happened while we've been apart, please let us know. Did you celebrate an anniversary? Retire? Witness a tot's first step or a kid loosing a tooth? Send your pics our way at info@emanuels-seguin.org. We've been missing hugs and handshakes, but it's been so long we need to see FACES!
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EMANUEL'S PRAYER TREE: "Leaf" a Prayer. Prayers are now sprinkled around Emanuel's Prayer Garden, protected by the sprawling branches of the ancient, and historic, Ranger Oak. Feel free to use the tags provided there for your prayers or bring your own. Tie the tags to the rail around the garden. Spend quiet time reading and praying for others if you wish. Not getting out so much? You can email us your prayer at info@emanuels-seguin.org and we will add your petition for you.
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Tuesdays at the GARDEN OF EATIN' from 9-11. In September we are cleaning up and thinking about fall planting. The garden is open to the community at all times, but Wayne will be there on Tuesdays to answer questions and get you started.
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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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September 3, 2020 UPDATE:
Sunday Worship is still online and on the radio.
At the September 1, 2020 meeting the Emanuel's Congregation Council decided to give a trial run of three, in-person worship services scheduled for September 27th, October 25th, and November 29th. The plan is for worship to begin at 8:00 a.m. on the lawn at the corner of Travis and Mountain Streets. Announcements to come with more specific details. Please see the updated 2020 Covid-19 Return to Church Plan outline below for more details on worship specifics, small group ministries, and other gathering policies.
Keep in your prayers our leaders as they continue to be the church while navigating strange waters. It is with great care and compassion for all that we move forward.
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Emanuel's Office Staff is working remotely. 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.
These signs might be getting old, but there are just so many of them:
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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:
September 1-10,2019 $14,811.00
September 1-10,2020 $12,388.00
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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Today's We Are Better Together photo challenge: |
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If you guessed that Day School Chapel was about the book of GENESIS then you are right! How do you act out dark to light for young folk? Like this, of course. What would we do without this dynamic duo? |
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