congregational leadership worship services &...

Staff Interim Pastor……………………... The Rev. Paul L. Cannon Hospital Visitation Pastor in San Antonio……………….….The Rev. Darwin Huartson Director of Music…………………………. …...Thomas Engler Administrative Assistant……..…….… ……Bonnie Cheatham Coordinator of Children & Family Ministries…….Alex Norden Day School Director………………………………….Deb Haug Wedding Facilitator …………………………... Dee Dee Burns Grief and Loss Support Coordinator ……... Donna Simmons

Congregation Council Aaron Jenke Doug Parker Cindy Piqué Debbie Richardson Dennis Sagebiel Marsha Schroeder (Secretary) Levi Stalsworth Marvin Strey Steve Tschoepe (Acting Vice- President) Heidi Ulrich Karen Weinstein (Acting President) Susan Yeatts (Treasurer)

Nov. 6 09.00 am

10.15 am 11.15 am

All Saints Worship/Holy Communion/Hunger Sunday/Adult Bible Classes Sing Christian Education(Various Locations) Informal Service of Holy Communion (Chapel)

Nov. 13 09.00 am

11.15 am 10.15 am 3.00 pm

26th Sunday after Pentecost Worship /Holy Communion Informal Service of Holy Communion (Chapel)

Christian Education(Various Locations) Grief & the Holidays Season – (FLC)

Nov. 15 NEWSLETTER DEADLINE

Nov. 20 09.00 am 10.15 am 11.15 am 12.00 pm

Christ the King Worship /Holy Communion Christian Education (Various Locations) Informal Service of Holy Communion (Chapel)

Singles Food Fun and Fellowship(WMR)

Nov. 22

Nov. 27

Nov. 29

07.00 pm

09.00 am

10.15 am

12:05 pm

Emanuel’s & Spirit of Joy Joint Lutheran Thanksgiving Service

23rd Sunday after Pentecost Worship /Holy Communion Christian Education (Various Locations)

Advent Service

Emanuel’s Lutheran Church

206 North Travis Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

Get in touch with us! Phone:

(830) 379-5046 Fax:

(830) 379-7518 E-mail:

[email protected] Catch us on the Web!

www.emanuels-seguin.org

Our Mission Statement:

To be the church God is

calling us to be by

declaring God’s love,

Serving others, and

embracing all.

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PAID Permit No. 80 Seguin, Texas 78156-1049

Worship Services & Events Congregational Leadership

mailto:[email protected]

Meal Delivery

HELP SPREAD THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS. On Saturday, December 3, 2016, members of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church will deliver delicious hot turkey dinners to our members and friends who would appreciate a hot meal. If you know of anyone who would benefit from this ministry please call the Church office at 379-5046 to let them know their name and address by Tuesday, November 15. Drivers are also needed for the dinner deliveries and youth to deliver the dinners to the door. If you would like to help, please call the church office 379-5046.

FROM THE PASTOR Dear Friends in Christ,

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, at its most recent Churchwide Assembly in August, called on Lutherans to remember veterans, military and families in prayer

on the Sunday closest to the Veterans’ Day holiday. So here at Emanuel’s on Sunday, November 13 we will have special prayers and litanies to remember before God the

sacrifice of veterans and families.

The new “elcachaps.com” web site contains these thoughts: “Veterans Day afford us the opportunity to remember the military service and sacrifice by many in our

congregation and community who protect peace and our freedoms (including religious faith) and foster safety for all. …(We)…join millions of people to say thank you by

recognizing these community servants and extending a welcoming support where

needed.” To these words I say “Amen!”

Please continue to pray for the work of the Call Committee. Our Emanuel’s Vision 2020 strategic plan gives us a great road map for the way ahead, and of course

calling your next pastor is one of those important milestones. It’s not that I’m overeager for the Call Committee to work me out of a job, but from the beginning I

have been clear that my mission here is to assist you through the transition process in preparation for the called pastor who will come after.

Also, let’s lift up our nation in prayer as we approach the Presidential election. There

seems to be more emotionalism and negativity this year, more so than I recall in past elections. May we put aside partisanship after the election and pray for a greater

unity to somehow come about. I pray through it all God would use our nation to be a beacon of hope and advocate for justice in the world.

Finally and moving through the month, can you believe that Thanksgiving will be here soon and then Advent starts the Sunday following!? Where did the time go?

Sincerely and in Christ,

Pastor Paul Cannon

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ANNUAL POLKA SERVICE/SAUSAGE SUPPER/FUNDRAISER

WHEN: Following the 4 p.m. Polka Service, Sunday, October 30 WHERE: Emanuel’s Fellowship Hall COST: Donation of $8 per plate BENEFIT: All proceeds to the Christian Cupboard Please bring a can good item per person.

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Emanuel’s 2020—Amazingly, we are already coming to the end of the 1st year in our transition process. Much has happened and much is happening during one of the busiest times of the church year. As I participate in the extremely organized Ladies Aid process of baking coffee cakes for their annual bazaar which occurs this year on Tuesday, November 8th, I see the dedication and commitment of volunteers that have kept the doors of Emanuel’s open over the past 146 years. This year, 576 coffee cakes will be baked over 4 successive Mondays. Over the years the Ladies have each taken over a part of the process which has resulted in an extremely efficient assembly line capable of baking 144 coffee cakes by noon each Monday at which time they are available for sale. Over the years, the recipe has been tweaked, brand names of ingredients have changed, volunteers have come and gone, but the efficient process continues as the experienced volunteers bring the new volunteers quickly up to speed and any needed changes are discussed and a consensus is reached. There may be a hiccup if the usual worker in charge of a process is absent, but another worker automatically steps in to cover and, ultimately, only a few minutes may be added to the process. Over the years, the Ladies Aid Bazaar has used the coffee cakes as a focal point for their event which brings in funds used to support the Seguin Community charitable efforts such as the Christian Cupboard and world ministries along with supporting the needs of Emanuel’s and the Day School. The ongoing dedication, commitment and experience of Emanuel’s church members are the required ingredients to bring about success as we move forward to reach the goal of Being the church God is calling us to be. Emanuel’s has been known for the Polka Service and Sausage supper (this year on October 30th) which provides a service to Seguin and the surrounding community by donating the proceeds received to the Christian Cupboard in addition to proclaiming God’s love through worship. As with the Ladies Aid coffee cake project, the same group of volunteer members, over the years, had created an efficient assembly line process. This year, the Covenant Sunday School class has graciously stepped in. Ingredients and workers may change, but the process continues based on the experience gained from previous years of successful outcomes created by member volunteers. Change. Being open to change is a key ingredient in reaching our goals as created in the Emanuel’s 2020 Strategic Plan. We need to be open to build on the old, accept the new and adapt old and new to meet the needs of Emanuel’s. Moving forward, the Call committee and church Council have met with Sue Briner of the Synod. Knowing that we will be able to use the results of the Transition Team’s efforts in developing the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan to expedite the Call Process was extremely encouraging. It is hoped that the Ministry Site Profile will be completed October 26th by the Call Committee. This will be submitted to the Synod and Pastors seeking a Call will be able to evaluate how they might fit in Emanuel’s strategic plan. On December 17th, the Synod will facilitate a “Healthy Congregations” workshop from about 9 am to 3 pm. Attendance is mandatory for Call Committee members. Council members are encouraged to attend and all Emanuel’s members are welcome. A strategic plan goal is to increase our visibility within Seguin and the surrounding community as many in the Seguin area do not know Emanuel’s exists. To this end, Emanuel’s Church and Day School are collaborating to enter a float in the Seguin nighttime Christmas Parade on December 1st. The theme of Neighborhood of Faith will be used. Campbell Floors is providing the trailer. Now we need volunteers to create houses, provide ideas, assemble the float and actually participate in the parade. Contact the church if you are interested. In response to the goal of developing a facilities Master Plan. Multiple architectural firms have been contacted. Site visits by these firms are planned. This will play into Budget Planning when the Council meets November 5th for their first meeting specifically on budget (Council members only). Emanuel’s is a family whose members, both young and old, have a wealth of experience. As Proverbs 16:9 states, “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.” Be open to what God is calling us to be. How can you make a difference as a family member whose gifts are need to create a vibrant home and community for God’s people?

Lectionary for November 2016

DATE 1st READING PSALM 2nd READING GOSPEL

Nov. 6 Job 19:23-27a Psalm 17:1-9 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 Luke 20:27-38

Nov. 13 Mal achi4:1-2a Psalm 98 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Luke 21:5-19

Nov. 20 Jeremiah 23:1-6 Psalm 46 Colossians 1:11-20 Luke 23:33-43

Nov. 27 Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122 Romans 13:36-44 Matthew 24:36-44

Easter Lily Alternative: “Feathered Friends” Funds contributed for chicks and ducks will be sent to the

Donations of any size welcomed!

EASTER LILIES

Easter Lilies this year cost $10.00 each. Deadline to insure that lilies are on the altar for Easter is: Monday, March 23,

Supplies are limited, so please get your order in early.

Please put form in offering plate along with payment or send to: Emanuel’s Lutheran Church 206 North Travis St. Seguin, Texas 78155

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NOTICE

The Church Staff meets on Tuesday from 2:45 PM until 3:45 PM. The phone will be set so that you can leave us a voice message, and we can respond when we are done.

Pray for Other Congregations!

Each congregation in our Cibolo Creek Conference is being asked to remember other congregations in prayer through the year. We will remember these congregations in our prayers each Sunday, and you are asked to keep them in prayer through the week as well.

St. Mark, Adkins St. John, Marion Peace, New Braunfels Beitel Memorial, SA Good News, SA Lord of Life, SA St. John’s, Stockdale

Prince of Peace, SA Triumphant, Garden Ridge Christ, Elm Creek Christ The King, Universal City Grace, Lockhart St. Andrew, Canyon Lake

Ebenezer, Maxwell Trinity, Luling First, San Marcos Christ Chapel, TSU, San Marcos Emanuel’s, Seguin Spirit of Joy, Seguin

Congregation Council

Tuesday, November 15 6:30 pm Executive Committee Tuesday, November 29 6:30 pm Congregation Council

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OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Thursday

8:00 am -12:00 pm and 1:00 pm-4:00pm Fridays

8:00 am –12:00 pm and 1:00pm –2:00 pm

Thursday Morning Bible Study Emanuel’s Lutheran Church holds Bible Study each Thursday morning, 7:30-8:30am, led by Interim Pastor Paul Cannon. The Bible Study is open to the public and is held in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor of the church next to the elevator at the Mountain Street entrance. Come join us.

Emanuel’s Lutheran Grief and Loss Support Ministry

Grief is the normal reaction to the loss of a loved one or to a major change in one’s lifestyle. Grief is natural and necessary as we continue to learn to adapt with the changes in our life; it is a process of adjustment, reconciliation, and healing. There is no one way to grieve or a particular time frame in which we accomplish this task. But we can benefit when we come together to share our experiences.

Emanuel’s Lutheran Grief and Loss Support Ministry is available to anyone who has lost a loved one to death or who has gone through a major change in their lifestyle. We want to provide emotional and/or spiritual support for anyone who needs our help.

Please contact Donna Simmons, the Grief and Loss Support

Coordinator at 830-379-5046 for more information.

DEADLINES Information must be in the office by 8:00 am Tuesday mornings for bulletins.

Newsletter Information must be in the office by the 15th of each month.

Habitat for Humanity would like to have an all Lutheran Work Crew on the First Saturday of each month. (Emanuel’s, Faith, Spirit of Joy & TLU.) If you can give a Saturday morning to help build a new Habitat Home, contact John Schwartz (830-832-2851). No specials skills required; only willing hearts and hands.

November 6, 2016 Daylight Savings Time Ends

SOCIAL CONCERNS C0MMITTEE

WANTS YOU

Hey! We need your help! The Social Concerns Committee is

looking for volunteers to help us provide the Sausage Supper following

this year’s Polka Service on October 25. Are you willing to help with table

decorations, cooking or cleaning? You are not committed for the full weekend

or even the full afternoon. If you could donate 2 or 3 hours of your time to

support our fundraiser for the Christian Cupboard, we would appreciate it very

much. Contact Deb or Mike Haug, Deb Almquist, Maxine Hollub or Lee and

Beth Jahns, or call 832-1944. Thank you!

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Emanuel’s Women of the ELCA (WELCA) By Jeanne Palmer, President

WELCA is looking for a few volunteers for President, Vice President and Secretary for the coming year. Please call me if you are interested in serving the Women of the church. 830-624-6478. WELCA Coordinating Council reorganized the Bereavement lunches. We have two teams of servers to provide lunches for alternating funeral services. We will be asking others to provide sandwiches, cookies or cakes. If you like to bake and will be baking soon, please make a little extra for us. Keep it in your freezer and call Elin Oelke or Jeanne Palmer. Thank you for your service. November is Ladies’ Aid month. They start well into October and work hard into November. Be sure to come by to pick up your coffee cakes. See you at the Bazaar! Nov. 2 – 2:00, Ladies Aid, WMR, , Jackie Jandt and Karen Weinstein

Nov. 4 – 2:00, Church Women United, World Community Day Nov.8 –9- 2:00, Ladies Aid Bazaar, Fellowship Hall Nov. 10; 9:30, Joy Circle; WMR, Rhonda Oestreich Nov. 15, 7:00, Faith Circle; WMR, Susan Yeatts, hostess; Barbara Effenberger, Bible Study Nov. 30, Christ the King Sunday

Christ the King Sunday gives us the opportunity to provide gifts to children in need. Keep an eye out in the bulletin for more information. We provide gifts for Child Protective Services during Christmas. LWR quilting continues every Monday morning. We are up to 190 quilts. I think we will be breaking the record once again! It is a great fun- No skills required! No long-term commitments! Just laughs and fellowship! Monday Morning, 9 (or whenever you would like to arrive) until noon. We have extra Yearbook in the Church office. Come by and get some to share with friends. Thanksgiving is God’s great gift of family. Be safe. Hug somebody. We need 12 hugs a day for mental health. If you get your 12 hugs, remember that the next person may need a hug.

Women of Emanuel’s: Looking for a monthly Bible study with other women? Third Tuesday at 7pm in the Women’s Ministry Room (Faith Circle), Second Thursday at 9:30 am in the Women’s Ministry Room (Joy Circle) and First Wednesday at pm in the WMR (Ladies Aid). Contact Cathy Anderson at [email protected] with any questions.

Preparations are under way for the 2015 Salvation Army Kettle Campaign. Funds collected in the

campaign help approximately 3,000 of the less fortunate in Seguin and Guadalupe County

annually. Emanuel’s has been asked for volunteers again this year. The Emanuel’s team will ring

the bells at the grocery entrance to Wal-Mart on Friday, November 25, from 9 am - 5 pm in 2 hour

shifts. Emanuel’s Youth will ring the bells from 5 - 9 pm. This is an intergenerational opportunity to

serve others that will give each volunteer joy and satisfaction as part of the Christmas Spirit. Call

Emanuel’s Church Office at 830-379-5046 to reserve your time. Sign up today!

THE SALVATION ARMY – SEGUIN NEEDS YOUR HELP!

mailto:[email protected]

Day School News

Whew! October is over! We had a very busy month. Our Pre-K4 class won the Grand Champion ribbon at the Guadalupe County Fair Arts and Crafts show while Pre-K3 and the Toddlers won 1st Place ribbons. The Day School held its annual Bake Sale fundraiser, and sang during our church service on October 23rd. Thank you to everyone who supported us through our Bake Sale and made the Day School families feel so welcome in our service. Thanks to your generosity, we collected a whopping $1837.00 in donations after the service. We had a great time and hope you, did, also! Our last October event, the costumed Halloween parade, will take place on Monday, October 31, with little ghosts and goblins (and Super-Heroes) traipsing through downtown Seguin. It’s wonderful to be in a small town and enjoy the hometown support from local businesses and City government offices. Thank you, Seguin! November will be “quiet” compared to October, though we will be preparing for the December Holiday Stroll Parade on December 1st, learning songs for the Ladies Aid luncheon on December 7th and practicing for our Christmas play on Thursday, December 15th. We hope to continue the “tradition” we began last year by working with the Emanuel’s Music Ministry for our Christmas play. Last year we had a wonderful time with the flute, violin and choir joining with us. Thank you to everyone in the Music Ministry at Emanuel’s for your support. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone from all of us at the Day School!

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Ladies Aid Report

By Judy Stollewerk

Twenty members, one guest and Pastor Cannon were present at the October

5, 2016 meeting of the Ladies Aid. The members made 44 visits to homebound and shut-ins last month.

Vice-President, Beulah Reiley, opened the meeting with a prayer. After an opening hymn, Pastor Cannon gave a Bible study on Matthew 20.

The following ladies celebrated October birthdays: Judy Campbell, Betty

Fischer, Jeannie Hall, Ida Mae Schulz and Bernice Tschoepe. "A Glad and Happy Birthday" was sung in their honor.

Items of business consisted of the reading of minutes and Treasurer's report

from the September 7 meeting. Committee reports and Prayer Chain names were read.

Items of new business were: (1) Motion passed to accept Constitution and

By-Law changes presented by Ladies Aid Constitution Revision Committee. (2) Discussion of Bazaar committee assignments (3) Motion passed to donate $50 to

the Guadalupe Valley Christian Counseling Center. (4) Motion passed to make our

fall donation of $1,000 to the Christian Cupboard.

Refreshments were served by hostesses, Frances Vinyard, Myrtle Huebinger and Mary Margaret Bobo.

The meeting closed with The Lord's Prayer and the singing of "God Be With

You 'Til We Meet Again."

Emanuel’s Ladies Aid Quilt Raffle

Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5 The quilters of the Emanuel’s Ladies Aid will raffle a queen-sized, hand-quilted, quilt for their annual bazaar. The drawing for the winner will take place at their annual Christmas luncheon on Wednesday, December 7. Tickets are available from any of the quilting ladies or the church office.

1. Mustard seed class is going well; they are working on some stuff for parenting in the faith.

a. The children are hard at work helping with service projects b. Each family has joined us for a family event and has enjoyed them immensely

2. Family faith formation is going well. We have changed the format for this class so that it meets the needs of

the kids. a. The children are working on their Christmas music for the play b. The kids are excitedly awaiting the decorating gingerbread houses.

3. Our family events will be a November 13th at 3pm.

4. Neighborhood of Faith will be selling Emanuel's shirts in a Northern for a fundraiser. We hope that you will

help support our programs. Starting November 6th.


Come Make an Advent Wreath Sunday, November 27, At 9:15 a.m. In the Fellowship Hall Help us to plan for enough materials by Calling the church office (379-5046) to register

A $5 donation to help cover the cost will be appreciated Take your wreath to the 10:30 a.m. worship service for blessing

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Name __________________________________Phone_____________ Donations will be accepted to help cover the cost.


An Opportunity to formally usher in the Advent Season at

Emanuel’s Lutheran Church Blessing the Greens

Sunday, November 27, 2016 9:00 a.m.

Emanuel’s Lutheran Church

will remember our loved ones on

Sunday, November 6, 2016

Sunday Services

Sunday, November 27, 2016

The First Sunday of Advent / Blessing the Greens

9:00 a.m. Worship Services with Holy Communion

11:15 a.m. Informal Worship Service

10:15 a.m. Make an Advent Wreath for your home!

Sunday, December 4, 2016

The Second Sunday of Advent / Gifts for the King




The Third Sunday of Advent




The Fourth Sunday of Advent



After Service: Decking the Halls Fellowship

3:00 p.m. Caroling and Refreshments


9:30 a.m. Christmas Day Service with

Holy Communion

Sunday, January 1, 2017

The First Sunday after Christmas

Nine Readings & Carols

9:00 a.m.

Worship Service with Holy Communion

‘TIS THE SEASON AT EMANUEL’S

Midweek Advent Services

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

12:05 p.m. Advent Service followed by lunch

Tuesday, December 6, 2016






Christmas Eve Services

Saturday, December 24, 2016

2:30 p.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion

Light refreshments to follow

7:00 p.m. Family Christmas Service with

Holy Communion

and Candlelighting

11:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service of

Holy Communion with Candlelighting

Social Concerns

Once again this year the Social Concerns Committee will offer the option of honoring or remembering a loved one

by supporting the Lutheran World Relief Critters-Cow Project and/or by purchasing a poinsettia to decorate the

altar at Christmas. Below you will find a form to specify your preferences this Christmas. Please fill out the form,

enclose it in an envelope, and drop it in the offering plate along with payment or send it to:

Emanuel's Lutheran Church

206 North Travis Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

Cost of Poinsettias is $10.00. You may donate any amount you wish to the Critters-Cow Project.

Deadline to ensure poinsettias for Christmas is Thursday, December 8, 2016.

I WOULD LIKE TO

DECORATE THE ALTAR

WITH POINSETTIAS

Given in MEMORY of: ________________

_________________________________

Or

Given in HONOR of: _________________

_________________________________

GIVEN BY:_________________________

_________________________________

# of Poinsettias Ordered: _____________

I WOULD LIKE TO

SUPPORT THE

Lutheran World Relief

Critters-Cow Project

Given in MEMORY of: ________________

_________________________________

Or

Given in HONOR of: _________________

_________________________________

GIVEN BY:_________________________

_________________________________

Amount of Donation: __________________

Tuesday, November 8, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Emanuel’s Fellowship Hall

Homemade Coffee Cakes, Sandwiches, Salad Plates, Cakes, Pies, Country Store, Handwork, Plants, Quilts, Arts & Crafts,

Coffee & Tea and more!

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EMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH ATTENDANCE/MINISTRY REPORTS

Month: October Year: 2016

Pastor Paul L. Cannon Tom Engler

Judy Campbell Johnana Clark Ann Erxleben

Hughlene Micheli Fran Vinyard

Connie Meyer Karen Weinstein Velma Huebner

Beulah Reiley Betty Fischer Beverly Jobe Charles Jobe

Beverly Funderburg Ervin Fischer

Estelle Illhardt Margie Dietert

Walter Seidenschwarz Beverly Seidenschwarz

Special Services Total Seguin Assisted Living 2nd Wed 2:00 pm 10

GVNC 2nd Thurs 10:00 am 20

Remarkable Health Care 4th Tues 10:30 am 17

Argent Court 3rd Wed 2:00 pm 14

Nesbit Nursing Home 3rd Thurs 10:30 am 19

Windsor Nursing Home 4th Wed 2:00 pm 25

Senior Service Thursday 11:30 am 37

Hacienda Oaks 2nd Wed 10:00 am 27

Leaders and Volunteers for Community Senior Ministries

Please let the Church Office

know of any changes to addresses, phone numbers

or email addresses. Thank You!

Emanuel's Lutheran

Church Prayer Garden is

located outside, in front of

the church under the big

oak tree. It is available

24/7 for anyone who needs

some quiet time to

themselves and with God.

NOTE:

Please let the church office know when you or a loved one is ill or hospitalized. Also let the office know when you or your friend/relative can be taken off the prayer list. Thanks!

Visitor Bags - we now have Visitor Bags available for anyone who comes to visit Emanuel's for our Sunday Services. The bags will be placed next to the Hospitality Cart and can be picked up when the service is over. If you have any family or friends that visit Emanuel's please be sure they get one of the

Visitors Bags as they leave the service.

Emanuel’s Day School

is collecting the

As you collect the box tops you may bring them to the church office.


Keep up with what’s going on at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church and Day School through the three different FACEBOOK pages below.

•Emanuel’s Lutheran Church •Emanuel’s Day School •Garden of Eatin’, Seguin •“Like” each one for updated information! •Pictures and information concerning the Church and Day School will be posted on these pages weekly. Keep in touch!


Our Congregation

Prayer Requests

THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYER...Please remember the following people in your prayers this week:

Members of Emanuel’s: John (Buster) Anderson, Bob Carley, Laura Carley, Everett Doerr, Albert Grimm, Fritz Grimm, Robert and Cindy Haecker, Kenneth Haas, Dale Hawkins, Ted Holtz, Velma Huebner, Hilmar Klaehn, Barbara Lampmann, Melba Lentz, Monica Ramon, Kenneth Roach, Shirley Schulz, Maxine and Robert Stansberry, Elinor Vlasak, Gene Vivroux.

Family and Friends: Henry Bergfeld, Pam Burris, Gracie C., Mickey

Cavin, Robert Coldeway, Dr. Barbara Davis, Kendall Edwards, Debbie

Ekeland, Jessica Franklin, Gabby Guthrie, Marsha Harrison, Elizabeth

Hastings, Cheryl Johnson, Charles Jurrens, Arthur Luensmann, Gary

McCoig, Carla Mergele, Velma Milam, Rosanne Mills, Evelyn Morris, Joe

Pluta, Raul Ramos, Reka Rhode, Leslie Roath, Camden Schoenert, Keton

Seaman, Richard Slaughter, Joni Weir, Georgia Williams, Patty

Zimmerman.

…the families of Kathy Sagebiel

Kathleen Boeder Wilburn Scheffel

Catherine Muehlbrad Clara Wittig

Strengthening Our Faith through Food, Fun & Fellowship (FFF) is a support group of people who are widowed, divorced or single. FFF meets once a month for Sunday lunch and fellowship. Our purpose is to support each other, pray for each other and just to have a good time being together each month. For our next get together we will meet on Sunday, Nov. 20 at noon in the Women's Ministry Room at Emanuel's Lutheran Church. Please bring your favorite dish to share. Contact Donna Simmons at 830-379-5046 or 830-556-3542 for more information.

Emanuel’s Prayer Chain Beulah Reiley is the contact person.

Please call Beulah at 830-379-6739 with your prayer request.

HOMEBOUND COMMUNION ASSISTANTS

Emanuel’s Lutheran Church is in need of members who will give of their time to visit those from Emanuel’s who are homebound. We have many members who cannot attend church on a regular basis and who would love to have someone visit with them and also give them communion. Please call the church office if you would like to help out with this necessary and important ministry.

Our Family and Friends

in the Military

Elliott Briell, Jarett Carroll, Landon Cheatham,

Danny Edwards, Houston Edwards,

Gordon Ehler, Alicia Jobe, Dustin Matula, Jimmy Schwartz, Lane Springs and Brent Stehling.

Emanuel’s Lutheran Grief and Loss Support Ministry is having a Grief and the Holidays Workshop Sunday, November 13, 2016 from 3-5 pm in the Family Life Room. Are you recovering from the loss of a loved one and find yourself dreading the upcoming holidays? If so, please join us for this informative workshop. Contact Donna Simmons at 830-379-5046 for any questions or further information.

Even if you completed a form in 2016 please state interest for 2017. Please return by Monday, December 5, 2016.

Emanuel’s Lutheran Day School is sponsoring a

Spaghetti Luncheon

March 30th after the 10:30 service. $7 per person

Tickets = Bonnie (Church office) 379-4046

Burlene(Day School) 372-0332

want to help the family of Zack Hunter, an

Emanuel’s student undergoing Cancer

treatment. Please help us to help him!

Valentine Dinner

February 12, 2012 at 11:30 am Fellowship Hall

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