Because Lutherans gather (pt.2). Alleluia! Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe. Alleluia! We are better...

Because Lutherans gather. On Easter we proclaim, witness, praise, and affirm together the liberating reality of Christ's death and...

Because Lutherans prepare. For the last few years Joe K. has been repairing pews and kneelers in the Sanctuary. For the last few months...

Because Lutherans connect (pt. 2). Emanuel's hosted Guadalupe County Church Women United for World Day of Prayer on March 1st. Gatherings...

Because Lutherans connect. TLU's annual spring day of community service, Day of the Dogs, has been a university tradition for over a...

Because Lutherans comfort. Sunday afternoon's program of Healing and Hope provided an opportunity to celebrate the lives of our loved...

Because Lutherans don't need to wander alone. In our Lenten devotional series "Wandering Heart" we study Peter's faith journey. His path,...

Because Lutherans know a good time is a good thing. Mardi Gras was in full swing on Shrove Tuesday as Emanuel's revelers of all ages,...

Because Lutherans are always learning. The Southwestern Texas Synod met at Emanuel's this week for their annual Racial Justice Boundary...

Because Lutherans love a field trip. A motley crew of animal enthusiasts from Emanuel's headed to the Snake Farm in New Braunfels on...

Because Lutherans love to gather. Reports from last weekend's ELCA Youth Ministry Network's Extravaganza! confirm that a gaggle of...

Because Lutherans celebrate creative ministries. Sunday kicked off a new year of the Compass Cooperative! Compass is a ministry with...

Because Lutherans are good stewards. If REducing, REusing, and REcyling were some of your New Year's REsolutions then Emanuel's is ready...

Because Lutherans are part of community. Sunday mornings are bustling at Emanuel's, but the corner of Travis and Mountain Streets is...

Because Lutherans believe in the good news. Christmas isn't over, y'all! There are twelve days of Christmas, just like the song says, and...

Because Lutherans believe in love. "God of love, you sent your Son, Jesus, to shine bright like the sun, lighting the way for all who...

Because Lutherans believe in joy. "God of joy, it is in your love that we find lasting joy. Keep us from seeking happiness in things that...

Because Lutherans believe in peace. "God of peace, during this Advent season, keep us from getting caught up in the busyness and chaos of...

Because Lutherans believe in hope. "God of hope, we light the first candle of Advent as we prepare for the coming of your Son. Awaken our...

Because Lutherans are thankful people. From the Senior Social Club feast pictured above, to Ignite Youth feeding families in need...