Because Lutherans adore Him: let us pray. All-powerful and unseen God, the coming of your light into our world has brightened weary hearts with peace. Call us out of darkness, and empower us to proclaim the birth of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. We are in this together. WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER. We may be apart, but we are not alone.
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Sunday Worship in-person is suspended at this time for the safety of our congregation and community as COVID-19 numbers rise.
Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
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Sunday, December 27, 2020 | 10:30 a.m.
Emanuel’s will join other congregations across our Synod for a Service of Lessons and Carols hosted by Zion Lutheran Church of Helotes. The service will be streamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel, as well as broadcasted via the radio at our usual 10:30am time slot. We are grateful for the work of the congregation of Zion Lutheran and their willingness to share this service. Please note, there will not be a bulletin available for this service. We hope you will enjoy this beautiful time of traditional hymns, ancient stories of God’s love, and beautiful singing.
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A Christmas Story with
Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton
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Bishop Eaton shares a Christmas message with children as she reads the book The Little Shepherd. In the book, the birth of Jesus is told from the perspective of a shepherd boy. Each of us, no matter how small, can tell the story of Jesus’ birth and how God loves us. Merry Christmas!
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CHRISTMAS GIVING WITH WATER TO THRIVE
Build Wells - Change Lives
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It is not too late to contribute to Emanuel's holiday giving campaign. We are excited to provide a second community across the globe with access to clean water.
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CHRIST IN OUR HOME
DELIVERY DELAY
As of Wednesday, December 16th we have received only the Large Print January, February, March 2021 edition of Christ in Our Home daily devotional. The pocket size devotionals were mailed at the same time weeks ago. What we have available is now in a box outside the Mountain Street door for pick up.
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A WORD FROM LADIES AID
A decision has been made once again by the officers of the Ladies Aid to discontinue the meetings until further notice. It was our plan to start meeting again on January 6, 2021, but due to the rise of COVID-19 cases in Seguin and Guadalupe County we have decided to cancel meeting.
We did give our contribution to the Christian Cupboard and continued to give Christmas gifts to the church staff.
We will keep everyone in our prayers and we hope we will meet again soon. Thank you for your understanding our decision in this difficult time.
Jeannie Hall
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SMALL GROUP UPDATES
Small groups at Emanuel's are patiently pivoting as new restrictions are implemented following our “We Are Better Together” COVID Safety and Gathering Policy. Rising COVID-19 numbers necessitate such action.
Please contact individual groups or the church office to see how each is creatively managing to proceed with the ministry and life of the church. Groups may be meeting online, in clusters of 2-5 people, or by other flexible means. Call first to see how best to participate.
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- Jubilation Singers Choir
- Heavenly Ringers Handbell Choir
- Joy Circle
- Faith Circle
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- Heritage Bible Class
- Youth Ministry
- LWR Quick Quilters
- Property Stewards
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*HERITAGE BIBLE CLASS will not be meeting on Sunday, December 27th. The class will resume on Sunday, January 3, 2021.
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Online and other social distancing opportunities are also available.
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DEVOTIONAL PODCAST every Tuesday @10am on Facebook and Soundcloud. Join our pastors and their colleagues each week for the Faces of Our Faith devotional podcast. Devotional Booklets are available here.
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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. Contact Pastor Kelsie for Zoom link.
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CONFIRMATION CLASS meets monthly online and in-person with students and leaders from Emanuel's. Spirit of Joy and St. John Marion.
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Face masks and other Emanuel's merch is available at our Teespring ELCSD ONLINE STORE. Order at teespring.com/stores/emanuels-lutheran-church.
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Tuesdays at the GARDEN OF EATIN' from 9-11. Come see what the fall garden looks like and how you can dig in with us!
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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. Monetary donations are especially welcomed
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CARE CLOSET in the church office meets small, immediate needs of those coming to our door seeking assistance. We are always in need of small snack bars, toiletries, new socks, and other items.
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December was very merry at Emanuel's Day School. The year wrapped up with festive theme days, movie watching, and giant smiles with good friends. The school will be closed for the holidays as needed floor repairs are done in the main building and teacher training prepares all for a new year of learning. |
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Emanuel's Office Staff is working both at the office and at home. 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.
Staff Christmas Parties look a little bit different this year. (Best group picture we could get is below.) From our "home offices" at kitchen tables to pre-recorded worship services to staggered office hours- the staff at Emanuel's wishes you a safe holiday and peace at Christmas.
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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:
December 1-22, 2019
Offering $30,370.00
Expenses $25,194.51
December 1-22, 2020
Offering $21,731.00
Expenses $28,802.94
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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