Because Lutherans love the past and the present. Pictured here is a photograph of the first sanctuary of Emanuel's ca.1905 with an interior view of the altar. There is a lot to admire here and it's fun to be nostalgic. But, do you know what they did not have? Air conditioning! What a sticky group they would be in this sweltering summer of 2022. Grateful for the perseverance of our ancestors. Equally grateful for our persevering AC team who repaired the system last week so that we could safely gather together for worship. We are better, past and present, together.
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Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Masks are encouraged but no longer required on the church campus.
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New Member Sunday is set for this Sunday, July 17. During these special Sunday services, we give thanks to God the ministry we share and lift up our prayers for the missional work we will accomplish together with the newest faces in our midst. Please take time to warmly welcome our newest members. If you are interested in formally joining in the mission and ministry of Emanuel's, you are invited to reach out to Pastor Marcus for further information and details. |
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Blessing of the Backpacks/Vocation Sunday is August 14. Everyone is invited to bring their backpack, their work bags, their tools of the trade, whatever represents your vocation, for a special Sunday blessing during worship. We will take a special moment to pray for our students, teachers, and school staff, as well as lifting up prayers for all the vocations to which God calls us. |
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CONGREGATIONAL WORKDAY
Saturday, July 16
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FROM THE BUILD TEAM:
The contract has been awarded to the company that will lead the asbestos abatement. This is the first step as we begin the full renovation and updating work. CAP will begin following the cleaning out of all the furniture, appliances, and additional ministry items. You are invited to help prepare our spaces for this work. Join us for our first CONGREGATIONAL WORKDAY of 2022 on Saturday, July 16 starting at 8:30 a.m. We will be moving tables, cleaning out cabinets, packing boxes, and other such tasks.
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ALL-MINISTRY MEETING NIGHT
Monday, July 18
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Join the Emanuel’s Ministry Teams in the Women’s Ministry Room at 6:30 to collaborate, plan, and schedule upcoming events and ministry projects. Opportunities exist to work with Congregational Care, Education, Service & Outreach, Stewardship, and Worship Ministry Teams. Everyone welcome! |
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LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF UPDATES |
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Lutheran World Relief Kits are specifically designed to help people coping with poverty, disaster, conflict and more. Whether a kit helps someone to maintain good hygiene, care well for a newborn baby, keep education going during a crisis or learn a new vocation, LWR Kits provide dignity and hope in the direst situations. (LWR.org) |
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July is a good time to take advantage of Back-to-School Sales for the School Kits…………and, amidst the aisles, pick up some supplies for the Personal Care Kits. There are containers at both the Mountain Street and Travis Street entrances to receive donations. Monetary donations also welcome. Make checks payable to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church with a note for LWR Kit Supplies
All items are needed, but the bold items are needed the most.
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LWR SCHOOL KITS NEED:
- 70-80 page spiral notebooks
- ball point pens
- 16 or 24 count crayons
- pink erasers
- blunt children’s scissors
- unsharpened pencils
- pencil sharpeners
- 12’ metric and US measurement rulers
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LWR CARE KITS NEED:
- Bath size bars of soap in original wrapping
- One adult size toothbrush in original packaging
- Sturdy wide-toothed comb
- Metal nail clippers
- New dark towel colored bath towels
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PLAN NOW FOR THE END OF SUMMER!
Don’t miss out on our end of summer family opportunities. Space is still available in Family or Grandparent Camp and in our Family & Friends Labor Day Retreat. Campership financial aid is available for each of these programs. Learn more about what is happening this summer at Cross Trails here or go to www.CrossTrails.org.
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Family Camp & Grandparent Camp
“Ready, Set, Go!”
Camp Chrysalis
July 31-Aug 3 or Aug 3-6.
The fun and faith-filled memories will last a lifetime! Get your own air-conditioned cabin and fill your day however you choose with activities for all ages. Choose to swim, shoot archery, create crafts, canoe, fish, play camp games, hike, and have all kinds of camp fun!
Adults and Youth Completed Grades 6: $280
Youth Completed Grades K-5: $205
Preschool Youth: Free
Household Maximum: $1120
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Family & Friends Labor Day Retreat
“Under Construction”
Camp Chrysalis
September 2-5
Put on your hard hats and explore how God is constantly building us into the people God wants us to be. Enjoy making memories through interactive faith-building worship and Bible study, as well as your choice of camp activities including the ropes course! Don’t let the title fool you, this retreat will be all play an no work so you can relax and have a great family time. Families will live in their own air-conditioned cabins with a shared central gathering room.
Early Bird Cost through August 19th:
Adults and youth in grades 7-12: $185
Youth in grades K-6: $140
Preschool youth: Free
Household Max: $740
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The Global Farm Challenge is a youth-focused, whole-church campaign to end hunger through the agriculture projects of ELCA World Hunger around the world. Read a brief story of how this project has changed the life of one farmer (and, subsequently, his community) in Zimbabwe, a land-locked country in sub-Saharan Africa. |
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COUPLE'S NIGHT OUT: We will gather for bowling and fellowship at the EVO - Springtown, 1180 Thorpe Ln #130, San Marcos, TX 78666, at 6:30pm Saturday, July 23. After a couple of hours on the lanes, we will make our way across the parking lot to Chuy's, if you wish to join, for continued fellowship and food. Please email Pastor Marcus if you will be joining! |
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SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB 1st Anniversary Celebration luncheon is Thursday, July 21 from 11:30-1:30 in the Women's Ministry Room. Pastor Marcus and Kristen are serving spaghetti and meatballs, salad, & garlic bread. We will have cake to celebrate this 1st anniversary and Kristen's famous banana pudding. Please RSVP to Donna Simmons by Wednesday, July 20. |
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THE SUMMER SINGERS are taking over as the Jubilation Singers go on holiday. Beginning June 12th, join us in the sanctuary by the piano at 10am on Sunday mornings for rehearsal. Summer is a great, informal time to try something new. Please try us! Questions? Reach out to the Director of Music Tom Engler at Thomas@elcseguin.org or catch him after worship. |
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Participating in a small group is a meaningful way to be a part of the life of the church. Emanuel's hosts an array of small groups that feed the soul, the body, and the heart of individuals and the church as a whole. For more information about Small Groups at Emanuel's and how you can participate please reference our website here.
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Emanuel’s hosts a community Support Group for Caregivers currently caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Dementia, and other aging issues. Meeting next July 23, and August 27. Facilitators are the Rev. John and Faye Van Deusen. You can reach Pastor John at (830) 305-5658 and Faye at (830) 305-8851. |
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Schools in Seguin resume classes mid August. Guadalupe County Ministerial Association invites you to PRAYER IN THE PARK as our community prays for students, teachers, and our schools before they return to the classroom. Please join us on Sunday, August 14 at 3:30pm at Seguin Central Park. |
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I WONDER
Free Summer Kids Art Experience
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Sponsored by NAMI Guadalupe County and Artable Curiosities. Children will make art using creative thinking rooted in discovery, experimentation, and the exploration of materials at the Artable Curiosities studio, 959 East Kingsbury. Limited enrollment.
July 23, 9-11am for ages 6-8
August 6, 9-Noon for ages 9-11
For information and registration, contact Jenny Beasley: 903-702-2149 or jypsibea@gmail.com
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ADVANCED CARE PLANNING
at Guadalupe Regional Medical Center
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Advance Care Planning (ACP) is a service offered by Guadalupe Regional Medical
Center to assist people in choosing their healthcare goals. An ACP facilitator is a
person who has been specifically trained to help facilitate a meaningful
conversation between you and your family regarding your goals, values and
beliefs that influence your choices for future medical treatment. The facilitator
will help you learn how to choose a healthcare agent(s) and will foster a
meaningful conversation to arrive at your healthcare goals and complete the
associated paperwork.
If interested in this service, please contact:
Gina Moore, RN BSN
Advance Care Planning Liaison
Guadalupe Regional Medical Center
1215 E Court Street
Seguin,Texas 78155
P: 830-401-7704
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Emanuel's Lutheran Church is grateful to partner with other non-profit organizations in Seguin and the surrounding area. For more information about Emanuel's Partners in Service please reference our website here. |
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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 summer study is Partners in a New Creation: Isaiah, John, Revelation.
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 & YOUTH EDUCATION
SUNDAY SCHOOL SUMMER BREAK: We will relaunch with a new format in the Fall featuring new ways of learning about the Bible including art, music, cooking, and science! Keep an eye out for more information.
SYNOD YOUTH GATHERING
July 24-29, 2022
Pastor Marcus will be taking a carload of excited high schoolers to Houston to serve, worship, and fellowship with youth from across our Synod. Take a moment that week to lift up a prayer of hope and support for the many youth who gather.
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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 - July 12, 2022
Receipts: $ 234,031.54
Expenses: $ 263,381.59
Jan 1 - July 12, 2021
Receipts: $ 248,918.24
Expenses: $ 262,225.51
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 still accessible via email. Thanks for understanding our need pace ourselves during these very trying times.
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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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