Because Lutherans share the good news (pt. 2). Our mission trip goers share their memories and a thank you with all who helped to make the trip possible. This video highlights the work that was done, the people and communities that were met and lived in, and the beauty that is the island of Puerto Rico. We are better together.

Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

In-person, online on YouTube, and on radio KWED AM 1580.

We finally did it! Your generous and faithful donations made it possible to create a beautiful space for recreation, worship, and to share with our Seguin community. Thanks be to God!

All the hard work calls for a grand celebration. The Dirty River Jazz Band will join us for worship and Fellowship Hall festivities. Sign-up sheets for potluck sides are in the narthex and at the chapel door. Pulled pork, slider buns, rice, and coleslaw will be provided. 

Sunday, July 23 at 9am

Family Life Center

Safety and Security are top priorities for our campus, especially as we consider how many visitors, church members, and ministry groups meet weekly. Having a plan in place that supports the constant and vital work of the Property Stewards and their care for the physical plant of our campus and gives us the avenues of communication, preparation, and action should we need it is also crucial. If you would be interested in helping formulate this safety and security plan please join the Task Force Chair Allan Bode in the Family Life Center on Sunday, July 23 at 9am.

COMPASS COOPERATIVE BRAINSTORM SESSION

Sunday, July 23 at 6pm

All youth 6th to 12th grade and their parents and guardians are invited to Spirit of Joy Lutheran, Sunday, July 23 at 6pm. This will be a time to build, shape, and kick-off our shared middle and high school ministry. Food will be provided!

WE SEE HEROES!

From Board Chair Sarah K.:

Friday truly was an amazing day of learning for our teachers at Emanuel's Lutheran Day School. These teachers are super heroes! With the help of Katie Biggs, we learned about our role and impact in shaping humans starting at infancy. We problem-solved various scenarios as a team, created next steps to make ELDS classrooms amazing places that will enhance learning in a safe and structured environment and added classroom management strategies to our teacher toolkits. Thank you, Katie! #BringbackBiggs

A HUGE thank you to Seguin Smiles for donating swag bags to help make reviewing minimum standards fun. Thank you to our ELDS Board of Directors for the unwavering support of our teachers and staff.

LWR SCHOOL KIT AND

PERSONAL CARE KIT COLLECTION

Check the back-to-school sales for bargains in July/August to fill the Lutheran World Relief School Kits and Personal Care Kits to support our siblings across the globe. Supplies can be donated at the Mountain Street and Travis Street entrances. Monetary donations are also welcome. Make checks payable to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church with a note for LWR Kit Supplies. Updated needs:

The Day School Board of Directors are looking for two Emanuel's Lutheran Church members to fill board member positions.

• Position 1- Term begins August 2023 and ends January 2025.
• Position 2- Term begins January 2024 and ends January 2027.

No experience required, only a desire to help support and guide one of our beloved ministries in person monthly.

Sarah Kennedy (281)734-3844, eldsboard@elcseguin.org 

IT'S GWOH

T-SHIRT TIME!

Sign-up sheets are in the narthex and church office. We want to look sharp on “God’s work. Our hands.” day of service Sunday, September 10th. If you don't have a gold shirt like the one pictured on our stylish model, or need a new one, then let us know. Sizes Youth Small - Adult 5XL available.

Our order will be placed on August 8th.

Join us in the Sanctuary at 10am for rehearsal. We sing every 1st and 3rd Sundays until September. 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.

SUNDAY ADULT CLASSES

THE HERITAGE CLASS meets at 9:15 am Sunday mornings on the 3rd floor in room 307. Participants explore the deeper meaning found in the Bible and seek to unlock its wisdom through fellowship and robust group discussion. The aim is to make the Bible relevant and applicable to daily life. 

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.

CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION

CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL (1st Floor Green Room near elevator): Preschool to 5th graders are invited to join the Education Team for a rotation style Sunday morning education program starting at 9:15am.

Summer Unit 2: Abraham and Sarah

• 7/2: Creative Drama
• 7/9: NO CLASS
• 7/16: Music
• 7/23: Cooking
• 7/30: Multimedia

Want to participate more in our children's ministry and share a passion for teaching the Word of God? Sign up here. Lessons are prepared and ready for pickup and review after your sign-up has been confirmed. 

Online giving is safe, simple, and quick to do through our giving 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

Year to Date Giving comparison:



Jan 1 - July 11, 2023

 Church Offering Receipts: $ 224,292.64

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 211,827.94

Operating Expenses: $ 220,911.49 *

* These figures do not include Forward In Faith remodel expenses or In-Kind Gifts

Jan 1 - July 11, 2022

Church Offering Receipts: $ 233,941.54

Budgeted Church Offering Receipts: $ 238,306.45

Operating Expenses: $ 254,996.63 *

* These figures do not include Forward In Faith remodel expenses or In-Kind Gifts

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.