Because Lutherans love an inspiring moment. Property Steward Joe Kane shares this view from atop the church roof in late July. A summer climb to the broiling roof most often means that something is broken or leaking and it is a rather thankless task. But after this visit Joe remarked, "Sometimes ... a trip to the roof is well worth it." We are better 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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Blessing of the Backpacks/Vocation is this Sunday, 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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New and returning acolytes are invited to join Pastor Marcus in the Sanctuary on this Sunday, August 14 at 9:15am for an overview of the Acolyte ministry, including procession Sundays, how to get on a robe, how to tie the belt, how to light the candles, wear to stand and sit, etc. This is not only a great time for the seasoned professional to dust off the summer rust of this vital worship ministry, but to invite the brand new and interested youth to come and see what it is all about! |
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TIME & TALENT SURVEY 2022 |
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Please share with the Stewardship Team your interests and ideas. You may also access the survey through the link below. Paper copies are available in the narthex and office. We look forward to hearing from you and finding out where God is calling us to be. Click on the button below to begin the survey. |
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The Southwestern Texas Synod was well represented in matching blue shirts at the ELCA Churchwide Assembly in Columbus, Ohio last week. (We see you PM and Jonathan!) They gathered under the theme, Embody the Word. Churchwide Assembly is the primary decision-making body of the church and a process of communal spiritual discernment. During their time together the voting members meet with confidence in God’s grace around word and water, wine and bread, to carry on their work on behalf of the entire church. Over the course of the assembly, voting members:
- Heard reports and reviewed the work of churchwide officers, leaders and units;
- Received and considered proposals from synod assemblies;
- Elected officers, board members and other leaders as specified by the constitution or bylaws;
- Established ELCA churchwide policy;
- Worshiped together;
- Adopted a budget; and
- Conducted other business related to the ELCA churchwide organization.
Once Pastor Marcus has a chance to catch his breath after such a busy week he will be delighted to answer your questions about his time at Churchwide Assembly. Videos from the 2022 assembly are available here. |
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RALLY DAY DONATIONS NEEDED |
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Donations of the following items are welcome to make our morning successful!
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20oz plastic bottles of soda, sports drinks, sparkling or regular water
- Loan of pop-up canopy tents to shade game areas. 10'x10' type.
- Adult and teen volunteers to run the booths! (You will have a blast.)
Please bring drink donations to the box located in the church office marked for Rally Day. If you have a pop up canopy that we may borrow for that day, please let Vicar Connor or Emily Prochnow know so that we can arrange to get it before set up time on August 28th. |
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HONORING OUR TEACHERS,
ADMINISTRATORS & SCHOOL STAFF
Sunday, August 28 during worship
Please help us celebrate our educators as the new school year begins.
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ATTENTION BAKERS!
We need homemade cookies, brownies, and other treats (3 to a bag) for our teacher gift baskets. Please consider adding your homemade specialty to make these baskets extraordinary. They can be brought to the office August 22-25th. Sign-up sheets are in the Narthex.
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ALL-MINISTRY
TEAM NIGHT
Monday, August 15
6:30pm
Women's Ministry Room
All of Emanuel’s Ministry Teams gather on a single evening each month to collaborate, plan, and schedule 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 as we talk about upcoming projects with Congregational Care, Education, Outreach & Service, Stewardship, and Worship at Emanuel's.
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Mandak House in Budapest, Hungary, is more than just a church building. It houses a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hungary (ELCH), but it also serves as a community center and a place of welcome. With assistance from Lutheran World Federation, Church World Service and Lutheran Disaster Response, the church is currently the hub for services to refugees from Ukraine who have fled to Hungary. The people of Mandak House live out the Gospel through their actions. |
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"GOD'S WORK. OUR HANDS."
Sunday, September 11th
We will be serving with Spirit of Joy and Greater Refuge congregations on a series of projects, both inside and outside. More details will be published in the coming weeks, so stay tuned. We are set for another great year of work together!
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SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB meets next on Thursday, August 18 from 11:30 – 1:30 in the Women’s Ministry Room. It is casserole time! There will be salad and desserts, too! Come enjoy the food and wonderful fellowship. Please RSVP to Donna Simmons by Tuesday, August 16.
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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 August 20. 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 this Sunday, August 14 at 3:30pm at Seguin Central Park. |
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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
CONFIRMATION CLASSES begin on Sunday, August 21 at 1pm in the Sanctuary at Spirit of Joy Lutheran, 416 Dolle Ave, Seguin, TX 78155. Instruction for the year will take place monthly at both Emanuel’s and Spirit of Joy with a fall retreat at Camp Chrysalis. Please contact Pastor Marcus if you have an entering 6th grader ready to begin this rewarding journey of faith and have not received our schedule.
SWTS MIDDLE SCHOOL GATHERING is set for November 11-13th at Lutheran Camp Chrysalis in Kerrville. This gathering is opened to all 6th to 8th graders and will be centered around the theme, "The Reformation Continues." If you have a youth interested in attending, please reach out to Vicar Connor or Pastor Marcus to get on the list. More information and details will be coming soon!
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.
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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 - Aug 9, 2022
Receipts: $ 256,648.81
Expenses: $ 281,119.50
Jan 1 - Aug 9, 2021
Receipts: $ 278,985.57
Expenses: $ 295,111.72
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.
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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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