Because Lutherans love their neighbors (part 2): we participate in a multitude of activities to keep everyone safe and healthy. The fabulous Day School crew is doing everything they can, from scrubbing the tiniest Legos and dinosaurs to making hard decisions about when it is wise to be open, in the name of safety and love. Big "THANK YOU" to Bryn (pictured) and all the Day School Staff for loving, teaching, guiding, and sanitizing everything to protect our little ones. We are better together.
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Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
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COVID-19 SAFETY UPDATE
MASKS must be worn by EVERYONE in the church building.
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The Congregation Council approved the following at their January meeting. Both vaccinated and unvaccinated persons are to wear masks, covering noses and mouths, while on the church campus in response to rising Covid-19 infections. This includes moving through the hallways, elevator, while in the office, etc. Please continue to maintain 6-foot distancing practices. These guidelines apply to all ministry groups, rentals, tenants, staff, congregants, and visitors until further notice. Thank you for continuing to protect our neighbors. We are better together.
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NURSING HOME WORSHIP SERVICE LEADERS NEEDED
We currently have three services on the schedule each month and are trying to add three more. Please contact Pastor John at (830) 305-5658 if you wish to participate in this midweek service ministry at our area care facilities.
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On the mountain of Transfiguration surrounded by a cloud, Jesus’ disciples hear the voice of God say, “This is my beloved Son; listen to him.” Of course, they fall to the ground in fear. Wouldn’t you? Then Jesus tells his disciples, “Rise; do not be afraid.” Listening to Jesus can be a fearful thing, but the courage to follow what he tells us to do also comes from him. He rose; so shall we. |
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Making Your Grief Count is a Bereavement Support Group sponsored by Porter Loring Mortuaries. Emanuel’s will host the 8-week* program facilitated by Rev. Darwin Huartson on Sundays from 3-5pm in the Family Life Center beginning January 16th.
This program is designed to create a safe place to:
- embrace your grief and learn to bear it,
- discover how your loved one can live on into your life story,
- strengthen your characteristics of resilience,
- and plan for how you will continue to heal and live a meaningful life.
*Attending all sessions is most beneficial, therefore no new participants are accepted after the second session.
Please contact Donna Simmons at 830-556-3542 with questions or to register.
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If you, or you and your family, are interested in joining us in the mission and ministry here at Emanuel’s, you are invited to reach out to Pastor Marcus for a conversation of welcome. Our next Sunday to receive new members is Sunday, January 30th. This special service will include a welcoming liturgy with a time to be recognized and prayed for by the congregation. Contact Pastor Marcus with your membership questions.
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FIFTH SUNDAY POTLUCK
Our first Fifth Sunday Potluck of the year scheduled for January 30th following worship has been POSTPONED due to Covid-19 safety concerns.
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Congratulations to Emanuel's partner in ministry Guadalupe Valley Christian Counseling Center for receiving a grant from the Seguin Area Foundation. (We see you Doug P. and PM!) Guadalupe Valley Christian Counseling Center (GVCCC) is a non-profit Christian agency supported by area churches. Staff members are clinically trained and experienced professionals who utilize the tools of the psychotherapeutic fields to help clients achieve optimal mental, emotional and spiritual health. Individual, couple, family and play therapy is offered by Master's and Doctoral-level therapists. Emanuel's is proud to support this 23-year old organization providing a vital resource to the community. |
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Door Codes used to access the Mountain Street entrance are being updated this month. New codes are being issued to current ministries on a rolling basis. Most previously issued codes will be disabled by January 31, 2022. If you need access to the church, or are in need of a temporary code for an event, please contact Sherry in the church office or sherry@elcseguin.org. Thank you for your patience as we take care of this important housekeeping task. |
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This year, we're taking our youth to camp the week of June 19-24, 2022. This week encompasses ALL PROGRAMS whether your youth is a first-time camper (half weeks available) or a LYLE. All programs (unless choosing a half-week program) run from Sunday-Friday, with the exception of LYLE II and III, which run for two weeks (June 19-July1). Please contact Pastor Kelsie for more details and information on how to sign-up!
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CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION at 10:30 a.m.
Ignite! KIDS (First Floor): Gather in the IGNITE! KIDS room in the 1st Floor Green Classroom at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday Mornings for song and Bible stories. Age groups will transition to different rooms following the gathering time then return to families in worship for Communion.
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Ignite! KIDS needs you! Our Sunday morning children and youth program is growing, and that means we also have a growing need for adult leaders. To sign up to serve on a day that is convenient for you please check out our SignUp Genius link here. |
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SUNDAY ADULT CLASSES
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 winter study is Justice, Law, History.
PASTOR MARCUS' CLASS: 9:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. "A Study of Martin Luther, the Reformation, and the Theology that Created Change."
WEEKDAY STUDIES
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Faith Circle (Women’s Ministry Room): Third Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m.
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Joy Circle (Women’s Ministry Room): Second Thursday at 9:30 a.m.
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Ladies Aid (Women’s Ministry Room): First Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.
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JANUARY UPDATES:
RESCHEDULED SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB
now on Thursday, January 27th
11:30-1:30 in the Fellowship Hall
It’s soup and chili time! Bring a side that goes with soup like salad, bread, dessert, snacky things, etc. Donna Simmons can answer your questions at 830-379-5046.
Continuing Programs:
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MUSIC MINISTRY includes the Jubilation Singers Choir and Heavenly Ringers Handbell Choir. Heavenly Ringers meets at 6:30 on Wednesday evenings followed by Jubilation Singers at 7:30. Contact Thomas Engler, Emanuel's Director of Music.
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LWR QUICK QUILTERS gathers in their first floor sewing suite on Monday mornings to assemble quilts that are distributed globally to those in need. If you are interested in this productive group call or text Jeanne P. at (830) 624-6478.
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PROPERTY STEWARDS are a stalwart group of doers at Emanuel's who meet on Tuesday mornings. All skillsets are welcome. There are carpenters and gardeners and people good at changing light bulbs! Contact Garry Miller for more information.
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SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER meets in the chapel on Thursday mornings at 10am to lift in prayer our church, community, and the world. Contact is Donna Simmons.
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FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP gathers on the 1st Sunday of each month at Noon. This ministry is for widowed, divorced, separated, and simply lonely people. Donna Simmons is the contact.
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HEALING THROUGH CONVERSATION is a support group for those who have lost a loved on to death. The group meets on the 1st Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Facilitated by Donna Simmons.
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SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB gathers on the 3rd Thursday at 11:30am of each month for lunch, conversation, and other shenanigans. Donna Simmons is the coordinator for this lively group.
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WORSHIP LEADERS are the backbone of our services on Sunday mornings. If you would like to be an usher, reader, assisting minister, Altar Guild, communion assistant, hospitality. or radio announcer contact Sherry H.
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COUPLES NIGHT OUT is an opportunity for couples who are 20-40ish to try new adventures, hang out, and get to know one another. They meet once a month(ish) at various locations. Contact is Pastor Marcus.
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DO YOU PLAY 42? A group of domino players are excited to start playing the game 42 at Emanuel’s on Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. Experienced players are invited to pull up a chair and join in the fun with “The 42 Crew.” Please contact Alton Mattke at 433-1193 and he can answer all your questions.
Please contact individual groups or the church office to see how each creatively proceeds with the ministry and life of the church
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JANUARY UPDATES:
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Ecumenical Build Day
January 22, 2022
Habitat for Humanity builds and improves homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of a decent and affordable place to live. The current house is at 503 E. Pine St If you can help out, please contact Garry Miller at 830-534-3290 or glmiller1948@gmail.com.
NEW NAMI PROGRAM
beginning January 25
NAMI GUADALUPE COUNTY provides education, advocacy and support to families and individuals affected by mental illness. NAMI Guadalupe County will offer a NAMI Family-to-Family program in Schertz, beginning Jan. 25, 2022. This is a free, 8-week educational course for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Learn more at NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
Continuing programs:
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CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP: 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 at 10am in the Family Life Center on Saturdays, Feb 19, Mar 19, & Apr 16. Facilitators are the Rev. John and Faye Van Deusen. You can reach Pastor John at (830) 305-5658 and Faye at (830) 305-8851.December 15 (repeated Saturday, Dec. 18)
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CHRISTIAN CUPBOARD provides food and other basic need items to those living in Guadalupe County. Emanuel's has collection sites in the Narthex and the Mountain St. entrance. Most needed items include: cans of tuna and other meats; cans of fruit, veggies, beans, soup; mac & cheese; dried beans and rice; pasta and sauces; PB&J; cereal; toilet tissue, soap
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THE GARDEN OF EATIN' is Emanuel's community garden on the corner of Walnut and Bowie Streets. The garden enjoys a partnership with Seguin ISD and provides produce for the Christian Cupboard as able. We'd love to have you dig in with us. Contact our resident gardener Wayne S.
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CHURCH WOMEN UNITED is a valuable ecumenical organization with women from different churches who worship and work together on various projects. Contact is Elaine G.
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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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THANK YOU for your continued financial support of the ongoing ministries of Emanuel's Lutheran Church.
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OFFERING ENVELOPE UPDATE: We are trying something new this year in an effort to save shipping costs. Instead of mailing offering envelopes on a monthly basis, we have printed the entire year's envelopes at once. You can pick up your offering envelopes in the narthex over the next couple weeks. Please contact Jeni Payton if you have any questions by email jeni@elcseguin.org |
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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 - Jan 18, 2022
Receipts: $ 13,497.00
Expenses: $ 17,919.87
Jan 1 - Jan 18, 2021
Receipts: $ 31,452.50
Expenses: $ 14,832.32
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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