Because Lutherans are compassionate: our hands are busy with God's work all year long. Often, when natural disasters strike or war drives families from their homes, our hearts ache with compassion but we don’t know how to help. If you’ve wondered how to volunteer to quilt for charity, look no further than helping this Sunday at 9am in the Fellowship Hall to tie the many quilts our Monday LWR Quilters have been crafting this year. Making Lutheran World Relief Mission Quilts is a tangible way to express love to our neighbors in need. Quilts can be used as warm bedding, simple tents, or floor coverings. Each one reflects God's loving presence in a world rife with suffering. We are better together.
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Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
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Online video live streaming will resume soon.
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COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: The Emanuel's Executive Council and Pastors are monitoring rising Covid numbers and protocols as they emerge.
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All people gathering for activities on the campus are encouraged to WEAR MASKS while inside. Per the current CDC guidelines, vaccinated people may still choose to wear masks and social distance. Unvaccinated people should be masked and practice social distancing on the church campus.
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NEW ACTION: suspension of serving food at large church gatherings, which includes fellowship events or potlucks at funeral or wedding receptions. Prepackaged foods or foods that are pre-plated for small gatherings such as Sunday School, hospitality cart, Bible studies, Property Stewards, and Ladies Aid are allowed as desired.
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JOIN US FOR A DAY OF SERVICE
Emanuel's and Spirit of Joy Lutheran Churches will engage in service work right here in our community. We are one of over 9,100 congregations participating in “God’s work. Our hands.” day of service on Sunday, September 12. Across the country, thousands of ELCA members will engage in service work to make a positive change in our communities, build and deepen relationships, and share God’s love. This is a t-shirt and work clothes kind of day. Join us for one of the following as we do God’s work with our hands!
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INSIDE PROJECTS begin at 9:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Stations will be set up for packing school supply backpacks, tying Lutheran World Relief Quilts, packing health care kits, and writing notes to various groups.
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OUTSIDE PROJECT is our HWY 123 CLEANUP. Meet at 7:15 a.m. at the Big Red Barn parking lot, 390 Cordova Rd in Seguin. We will start at 7:30 by separating into two teams, northbound and southbound, if possible. Some cars may move to Navarro High School parking lot to pick up walkers, as needed.
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ADDED OUTSIDE PROJECT: Flowerbed Maintenance at the Synod Office at 1090 Oestreich Drive immediately after worship for 2-3 hours. Let Pastor Marcus know you are coming or call Cynthia at 512-277-4446. Bring gardening gloves, industrial brooms, dust pans, favorite gardening tools, hats, sunscreen and bug spray. We will have trash bags, some tools, water, and snacks.
Followed by WORSHIP at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
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Please come learn about our Ministry Teams and Service Opportunities in September after worship in the Narthex. Each Sunday a different Ministry Team and all their umbrella groups will be featured.
September 5: Christian Education
September 12: Service & Outreach (On “GWOH” Sunday)
September 19: Congregational Care
September 26: Stewardship and Worship
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MINISTRY FAIR SUNDAY: SERVICE & OUTREACH
From Sunday afternoon through Saturday afternoon, our congregation is hard at work living out its faith in various ways. Together, with community, church, and Synod partners, Emanuel’s reaches far beyond our walls to care for God’s creation, those in need, those facing life-changing decisions, and dozens more. This Sunday, we are celebrating these Service and Outreach ministries and inviting you to find a place to plug-in.
These opportunities include, but are definitely not limited to, our “God’s. Work. Our Hands.” Sunday, Emanuel’s Ladies Aid, Habitat for Humanity Build Days, the Christian Cupboard, Lutheran World Relief – Quilting, Hygiene Kits, and School Supplies, the Garden of Eat’n, Sunset Cinema, Water 2 Thrive, Highway 123 cleanup, and our treasured Emanuel’s Lutheran Day School. These are just some of the ways you are invited to connect.
Take some time to peruse the tables in the Narthex. Ask leaders about their ministries and how you can plug-in. And, if there is something we could be doing that we are not, connect with Pastor Marcus or a Council member and let’s plan together!
~Pastor Marcus
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Lutheran Disaster Response
Lutheran Disaster Response brings God’s hope, healing, and renewal to those whose lives have been disrupted by disasters in the United States and around the world. When the floods recede or the dust settles, and the headlines change, LDR remains to provide ongoing assistance to those in need. Of donations made to LDR, 100% of the money supports recovery and rebuilding efforts.
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COFFEE CAKES ARE BACK THIS YEAR!
Ladies Aid will be baking coffee cakes on
Thursday, October 7th.
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Pre-orders can be placed for pickup on that Thursday from 12-2.
Order peach, apple, or streusel at only $6 each.
Reserve yours this Sunday in the Narthex or by
calling the church office at (830) 379-5046.
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BASKET OF PRAYERS
beginning Sunday, September 5th
In the chapel you can add your personal written prayers to the basket. Donna Simmons will gather them each week for Thursday’s Sweet Hour of Prayer where the group will lift requests as they pray together.
- Please note that the Basket of Prayers will not be shared with the congregation in our weekly Prayers of the Church email. For the weekly email, prayer requests may be submitted online on our website, by calling the church office and leaving a message, or by emailing Donna Simmons at donna@elcseguin.org.
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BOYS & GIRLS K-5th: CUB SCOUTS IS CALLING! JOIN
THE ADVENTURE!
Enjoy fun activities like: Camping, Hiking, Archery, Pinewood Derby Races, and so much more!!
Join Cub Scout Pack 107
at Emanuel's Lutheran Church.
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CROSS TRAILS MINISTRY
FALL FESTIVAL DAY!
Fredericksburg Marktplatz
September 18, 2021
9am-3pm
Raising funds to support the ministry at Camp Chrysalis and Ebert Ranch.
It will be a fun day celebrating and supporting Cross Trails, one of Emanuel's ministry partners.
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SUNDAY ADULT CLASSES at 9:15 a.m.
PASTOR MARCUS' CLASS: New Series (Adult Ed): I will kick-off my new series, “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe – A Movie Study,” on Sunday, September 19th at 9am in the Family Life Center. We will begin with a brief historical study of C.S. Lewis, what theologically is being talked about in his writing of the Chronicles of Narnia series, and what to look for in this movie. We will then watch and discuss portions of the movie each Sunday. We will be using the 2005 screen adaptation of Lewis’ book for those who wish to prime the discussion pump.
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 fall study is Celebrating God..
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.
WEEKDAY STUDIES
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Faith Circle (Women’s Ministry Room): Third Tuesdays at 5:30 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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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. Hoping to start on September 23. |
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ARE YOU A QUILTER? Emanuel’s Ladies Aid has a longstanding tradition of crafting beautiful, hand stitched quilts. The quilters have a good time gathering and gabbing, and the funds from quilt sales support Ladies Aid projects. If you know how to quilt and would be interested in joining us, or even teaching new folk, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Jeannie Hall at 379-4185. |
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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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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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HEALING THROUGH CONVERSATION is a support group for those who have lost a loved on to death. The group meets on the first Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Facilitated by Donna Simmons,
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FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP will not be gathering in September. Please stay tuned for our next 1st Sunday gathering at Noon. This ministry is for widowed, divorced, and separated people. Donna Simmons is the contact.
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3rd THURSDAY SENIOR SOCIAL will not meet in September. We will keep you posted if this fun group is able to gather for lunch, conversation, and games soon. Donna Simmons is the contact.
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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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GARDEN OF EATIN' & TLU
HOT DOG DAYS OF SERVICE
Join us in at the Garden of Eatin' on
Saturday, September 11, 8:30 to 12
as we pull out the summer garden and prep for winter.
Masks are required for all participants per TLU guidelines.
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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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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY builds and improves homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of a decent and affordable place to live. Stay tuned for September day and times. The current house is at 521 Newton. If you can help out, please contact Garry Miller at 830-534-3290 or garry.miller@satx.rr.com.
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NAMI GUADALUPE COUNTY provides education, advocacy and support to families and individuals affected by mental illness. Online Connection Recovery Support Group for individuals living with a mental health condition meets twice a month. Contact John B. to register. Online Family Support Group meets twice a month. Contact Barbara V. to register..
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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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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. Egg cartons are not needed at this time.
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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 Wednesday, September 22, repeated Saturday, September 25. Facilitators are the Rev. John and Faye Van Deusen. You can reach Rev. John at (830) 305-5658 and Faye at (830) 305-8851.
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During the fall months office hours are still 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.
You are welcome to make an appointment 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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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:
January 1- Sept 7, 2021
Receipts: $ 300,201.37
Expenses: $ 332,551.00
January 1-Sept 7, 2020
Receipts: $ 283,193.39
Expenses: $ 400,650.47
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@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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