Because Lutherans are resilient,
the music never stops. Shout out (sing out?) to Music Director Tom Engler this week. In addition to providing music for Sunday and Wednesday services, Tom is teaching beginning organ lessons to eager students ranging from teens to, well, people who were teens a very long time ago. Kudos to all for making the most of our extra gift of time right now.
W
e are in this together. We are better together. We may be apart, but we are not alone.
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UPDATES FROM THE PASTORS
Click on the video below to hear Emanuel's updates that PM and PK shared on Facebook live this week.
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No Gatherings AT the Church,
BUT the Church Still Gathers
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Join us on Sundays at 10:30
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Sunday Worship Services now include Holy Communion. To participate in the Eucharist at home, please read the Pastor's thoughts, guidelines, and reminders in the link below.
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Join us each week at 12:05 and 7pm with Facebook Watch Parties for
Wednesday Worship.
With the Watch Party format we can check-in and say "Hi!" in real time.
The service is also available on: YouTube | SoundCloud
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Beginning July 1st you are invited to participate in Emanuel's Prayer Tree located outside the front entrance of the church on Travis Street.
Emanuel's Prayer Garden, protected by the sprawling branches of the ancient, and historic, Ranger Oak, is a communal place to think, reflect, and pray. Feel free to use the tags provided there for your prayers or bring your own. Tie the tags to the rail around the Prayer Garden. Spend quiet time reading and praying for others if you wish.
It is our hope that at the Prayer Tree you can "leaf" a prayer, but also feel connected more physically to the church than we've been able to in awhile. Please practice social distancing while you are visiting and be considerate of those seeking solace in this reverent place.
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Are your kids (and you!) sad that there's no VBS this year?
THINK AGAIN!
While we cannot have in-person Vacation Bible School, we can still do it - crafts, stories, songs, snacks, and all! Join us for our virtual in-home VBS
Compassion Camp!
Let
Pastor Kelsie
know how many kids you have participating so we can prepare a VBS bag of goodies for your family! Compassion Camp supply pick-up day will be Monday, July 13 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the church.
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Pastor Kelsie invites you to participate this Friday in her first community Holy Yoga class. As her other continuing education opportunities for the year began canceling their workshops and conferences, PK looked for engaging online options. She is currently seeking certification to be a Holy Yoga instructor. Part of the training includes teaching community classes. If you have been doing yoga for eons, or have yet to put your bare feet on the floor for a good stretch, this class is for you!
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You are invited to decorate the sidewalks of Emanuel's with colorful chalk and words of encouragement. Superior activity for families that need some wiggle room. Entirely appropriate for adults, as well!
Word of the week:
L
O
V
E
Please bring your own chalk to avoid the Covid cooties and maintain social distancing. There is no set schedule for this activity. Come as you are, as you can.
Think about who will read your messages and how we can lift each other up: people coming to the Prayer Tree, folk out for a Sunday stroll, Pastors and staff working hard, passersby who have always wondered about our church home.
The sprinklers and the ever-hopeful rain shower will provide a fresh canvas each week. We will keep you posted here with weekly themes. Can't wait to marvel at your creations!
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WALKING GROUP
Mondays in July at 8 a.m.
Meet Pastor Marcus on the church steps in your walking shoes. Will divide up into smaller groups and cruise around downtown for about 30 minutes. Bring a mask, stretch your legs, see a kind friend, be that kind friend.
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ALZHEIMER
SUPPORT GROUP
Pastor Darwin Huartson, Emanuel's San Antonio visitation pastor, coordinates an online Alzheimer support group via Zoom. If you are interested in joining this group please contact
Donna Simmons.
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GARDEN OF EATIN'
Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m.
In July we are harvesting (super fun) and weeding (not-so-much fun). The garden is open to the community at all times, but Wayne will be there on Tuesdays to answer your questions and help you get your green thumb on.
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CHRISTIAN CUPBOARD
The Christian Cupboard is accepting donations.
Oatmeal, canned soup, empty egg cartons (esp. 18 count), and personal care products are most welcome at this time.
Items can be left at the Mountain Street door or 516 N. Camp Street.
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GUADALUPE VALLEY
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
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You are cordially Invited to the
Dedication of the Layne Hoppe House
517 Newton Street
Seguin, Texas
Saturday, June 27, 2020
10:30 a.m.
For the safety of all present, attendees should wear masks.
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We are Better Together:
A Plan to Safely and Purposefully Join Together
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While considering recommendations from the Synod for returning to campus, the Council announces the following schedule of beginnings.
Please note that this is a TENTATIVE schedule.
Decisions will be made on a weekly, and at times daily, basis pending current Covid-19 cases in the county and surrounding areas. Church leadership is committed to staying informed and being flexible during this pandemic.
- June 1, 2020: Staff Return to the Church Office. Please call before coming to the church to meet with staff. Work schedules are staggered.
- July 1, 2020: Small Group Ministries Resume. Masks to be worn at all times in the building. 6 foot social distancing to be observed. Not gathering to exceed 15 people.
- August 2, 2020: TENTATIVE date for Sunday Worship to resume on campus with modifications still to be determined.Radio broadcast and Facebook live streaming will continue.
Below is a link to the completed document,
We are Better Together:
A Plan to Safely and Purposefully Join Together,
which outlines Emanuel's plan to return to campus activities.
Please 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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Please call before coming to the church to meet with staff. For the health and safety of all we are limiting the number of persons in the office at a given time.
Office Staff is on campus Monday - Thursday from 8am - 5pm.
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Our schedules are staggered. Everyone is still accessible via
email
and phone.
We continue to hold each of you and your families in our prayers. We are BETTER TOGETHER… even if it is virtually!
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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:
June 1-24, 2019 $24,919.50
June 14-16, 2019 $5,089.00
June 1-24, 2020 $26,512.00
June 18-24, 2020 $3,515.00
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through
email
or phone.
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Submit a brief, yet detailed description of your event to
info@emanuels-seguin.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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