Because Lutherans know what is important: we make time to refocus, re-member, and re-turn our eyes and ears, our hands and feet, our mouths and minds, toward the mystery of Christ's death and resurrection. The emphasis on this re-orientation is why we have such an intense focus and so many additional services this week. We invite you to make space to focus on the love of Christ, to be present, and to give thanks for the gift of grace found in Jesus Christ. 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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Palm Sunday, April 10
10:30 a.m. Worship
gathering outside the church doors
under the Oak
Maundy Thursday, April 14
7pm Worship and First Communion
Good Friday, April 15
7pm Worship at
Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church
416 Dolle Avenue
Easter Sunday, April 17
7am Sunrise Service under the Oak
8:30 – 9:45 Continental Breakfast in the
Women’s Ministry Room
10:30 Worship with Holy Communion
11:45 Egg Hunt on the Lawn
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FLOWERING OF THE CROSS
Please bring your lovely spring garden offerings to church this Sunday at the 10:30am Easter service for the Flowering of the Cross. Blossoms from your garden, the flower shop, and even HEB are glorious this time of year. We look forward to transforming that old wooden cross into a sign of blossoming grace and hope. May it become a sign for us!
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"Mary" Easter!
Christ is Risen!
He is risen, indeed!
Alleluia!
Happy Easter—or should it be
Mary Easter?
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CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST ON EASTER SUNDAY
Women’s Ministry Room
8:30-9:45am
Please join us as we all take a break to visit with friends and catch our breath from all the fun morning activities with sustaining sustenance and hot coffee.
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DAY SCHOOL EGG HUNT
It is EGG-citing! to see our Ministry Teams in action! On Saturday, April 9th Emanuel's hosted an Easter Egg Hunt for the Day School families on the church lawn. Emanuel's Congregation Council, the Outreach and Stewardship Team, and the newly formed Day School Board worked together to provide a memorable event with treats and fun for the whole family. Thank you to Day School parent and board member Deanna Z for the great photos.
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PALM SUNDAY
On Palm Sunday, we remembered Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The service began outdoors and then with a procession of attendees waving palm branches as they entered the church. Thanks to Donna Simmons for so beautifully capturing the moment.
“As he was now approaching the path down from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to praise God joyfully with a loud voice for all the deeds of power that they had seen, saying, "Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! …” (Luke 19:37-38)
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DID YOU RSVP?
Don't forget to let Nancy know you will be joining us on April 24th!
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FORWARD IN FAITH
STEP 4: HAVE FAITH AND ASSUME
SUFFICIENCY NOT SCARCITY
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Whether it's a first-time visitor or a lifelong member of the congregation, Emanuel's wants to make sure that everyone feels welcome and has full access to our facilities. The campaign project includes improvement to accessibility, better connections with our Seguin community, ease of building care, and improved safety.
Generations before us have made these commitments time and again. We must have faith that a good and gracious God will continue to provide for us in the future as in the past. God has promised to do so!
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MINISTRY TEAM MEETING NIGHT |
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Thursday, April 21
6:30 pm in the Women's Ministry Room
We are shifting from the regular third Monday for a quick rest after Holy Week. Please join your Congregation Council members as they plan events and activities that support the ministry of the church. Everyone welcome!
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CHILDREN & YOUTH EDUCATION at 10:30 a.m.
Ignite! KIDS (First Floor): NOT MEETING PALM SUNDAY OR EASTER SUNDAY. 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. Let PK know if you can be added to the teaching rotation.
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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 spring study is God Frees and Redeems: Deuteronomy, Ezra, Matthew, John, Romans, Galatians.
PASTOR MARCUS' CLASS: NOT MEETING EASTER SUNDAY. 9:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. "A Study of Martin Luther, the Reformation, and the Theology that Created Change." Please bring your Small Catechism.
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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Coming Up:
SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB
The group will meet next on Thursday, April 21st from 11:30-1:30 in the Fellowship Hall for a fried chicken lunch. Please bring a side dish or dessert. Geraldine Jordan will give a short presentation on some of her craft projects.
In May the group will tour some of the historic churches in the Panna Maria area south of Seguin. Members, families, and friends are invited to join us on Saturday, May 21st. We will carpool to the three churches and after the tour go out for lunch. No cost to see the churches, but donations are encouraged.
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WELCA CIBOLO CREEK CONFERENCE |
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Saturday, April 23
Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek
Read more more about The Gathering here. To RSVP for this joyful time of Bible study, nurturing, and fellowship please contact Dinah Halopka-Ryson at halodl1198@gmail.com or text 210-241-2580. If you want to carpool, then please call Barbara Effenberger at 830-379-2590. |
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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 any people needing conversation and friendship. 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 play 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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Upcoming:
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
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Saturday, April 16 at 10am
Family Life Center
Emanuel’s hosts a community Support Group for Caregivers currently caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Dementia, and other aging issues. 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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Sunday, April 24
Drive-Thru 10am-1pm
Faith Lutheran Church
Christian Counseling Center Annual BBQ Fundraiser is here! Pre-sale tickets are $10 for ½ BBQ chicken and sausage link or $12 the day of. Parker Pharmacy’s drive thru window, Doug Parker, and Pastor Marcus have tickets!
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Continuing programs:
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NAMI GUADALUPE COUNTY provides education, advocacy and support to families and individuals affected by mental illness. Learn more at NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
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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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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.
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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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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 - April 12, 2022
Receipts: $ 135,635.41
Expenses: $ 133,922.84
Jan 1 - April 12, 2021
Receipts: $ 147,834.81
Expenses: $ 130,312.71
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 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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