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Newsletters

April 8th Newsletter

The Gethsemane Lutheran Church Newsletter for April 8, 2015 is available.

 

Our mission statement: “Called by Grace, Led by Faith, Welcoming All to Share God’s Love.”

 

Thank you for your faithful giving to Gethsemane.  Even if you are on the road, you may contribute through Simply Giving on the Gethsemane website; it is fast and easy to use your credit card or bank account to make your regular giving or a one time special gift.  Thank you for your generous support of the ministries of Gethsemane.

 

If you would like your giving record for 2014 either emailed to you or mailed to you, send an email to info@gethsemaneaustin.org or call the church office at 512-836-8560.

 

Daily Devotion, new each day, are posted on the “Readings for Today” page under “Worship” on the Gethsemane Lutheran website.

 

Send the church office updates on your home and email addresses, phone or other family items for the church records.  Let us know if you would like to be taken off the snail mail paper newsletter or should you wish to be removed from the Gethsemane email list.
Events

CAP 10K WORSHIP/RUN

April 12th at 7 a.m., Gethsemane congregants are invited to “continue the tradition” by participating in the 38th Annual Cap 10K.

The late Paul Lundgren and Pastor Karl Gronberg, began this liturgy of scripture, prayer, blessing prior to the walk/run over thirty years ago.  People of all faith communities are invited.  The service is held in a parking lot at Riverside & Congress.  Gethsemane members Art LaValle and Pat Smith have participated in all of the CAP 10K runs.

Wear your sneakers/running clothes- “live the tradition”

Events, Lent

Holy Week Worship

HOLY MONDAY, MARCH 30TH
11:45 a.m.       Meditation on the Cross and prayers for peace 12 noon Reading of Passion Story and Holy Communion
PRAYER: O God, your Son chose the path which led to pain before glory. Plant his cross in our hearts, so that in its power and love we may come at last to joy and glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
7:00 p.m. Eucharist
Scripture Psalm 36:5-11; Isaiah 42:1-9; Hebrews 9:11-15; St. John 12:1-11
 
HOLY TUESDAY, MARCH 31ST
11:45 a.m. Meditation on the Cross and prayers for peace 12 noon Reading of Passion Story and Holy Communion
PRAYER: Lord Jesus, you have called us to follow you. Grant that our love may not grow cold in your service, and that we may not fail or deny you in the hour of trial. Amen
7:00 p.m. Eucharist
Scripture Psalm 71:1-14; Isaiah 49:1-7; I Corinthians 1:18-31; St. John 12:20-36
 
HOLY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1ST
11:45 a.m. Meditation on the Cross and prayers for peace 12 noon Reading of Passion Story and Holy Communion
PRAYER: Almighty God, your Son our Savior suffered at the hands of humans and endured the shame of the cross. Grant that we may walk in the way of the cross and find it the way of life and peace, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
7:00 p.m. Eucharist
Scripture Psalm 70; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Hebrews 12:1-3; St. John 13:21-32
 
HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 2ND
11:45 a.m. Meditation on the Cross and prayers for peace 12 noon Reading of Passion Story and Holy Communion
PRAYER: Lord God, in a wonderful Sacrament you have left us a memorial of your suffering and death. May this Sacrament of your body and blood so work in us that the way we live will proclaim the redemption you have brought; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen
7:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Eucharist, First Communion, Foot Washing
Scripture Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19; Exodus 12:1-14; I Corinthians 11:23-26; St. John 13:1-17, 31b-35
 
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD
10:00 a.m. Eucharist & Stripping of Altar
11:00 a.m. Procession of Cross
12-3:00 p.m. Seven Last Words, First English Lutheran
12 N-12 M Prayer Vigil (Sanctuary/Home)
PRAYER: Lord Jesus, you carried our sins in your own body on the tree so that we might have life. May we and all who remember this day find new life in you now and in the world to come, where you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen
7:00 p.m. Ancient Service of Tenebrae
Scripture Psalm 22; Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Hebrews 10:16-25; St. John 18:1-19:42
 
HOLY SATURDAY, THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER, APRIL 4TH
Scripture Genesis 1:1–2:4a; Isaiah 55:1-11; Ezekiel 37:1-14; Psalm 114; Romans 6:3-11; St. Luke 24:1-12
9:30 a.m. Altar Guild
10:00 a.m. Gethsemane Youth prepare for Easter breakfast
Events, Lent

Ash Wednesday

The Season of Lent commences Ash Wednesday, February 18, with the Christian faithful receiving ashes and meditating at the Gethsemane altar 7-8am, 11:30am to noon and 5:30-7pm.

Ash Wednesday Eucharist at 12 noon and 7 pm.

“Strength for the Struggle” is the 2015 Lenten Theme.

Ministry

Reconciling Lutherans Covenant

I want to be a Reconciling Lutheran!

You can sign the covenant online at: www.ReconcilingWorks.org/RL

As Reconciling Lutherans, we call on the Lutheran church to extend God’s extravagant welcome and a genuine invitation for acceptance and full inclusion to:

  • People of every age, class, color, and ethnic origin….
  • People of all sexual orientations and gender identities….
  • People who are single, married, divorced, separated, blessed or partnered….
  • People who are temporarily-able, disabled, or of differing abilities….

And we ask God, the giver of life and all creation, to guide our ways in living out the ministry of reconciliation always seeking to follow in the steps of Jesus Christ.

Newsletters

January 28th Newsletter

The Gethsemane Lutheran Church Newsletter for January 28, 2015 is available.

Our mission statement: “Called by Grace, Led by Faith, Welcoming All to Share God’s Love.”

Thank you for your faithful giving to Gethsemane.  Even if you are on the road, you may contribute through Simply Giving on the Gethsemane website; it is fast and easy to use your credit card or bank account to make your regular giving or a one time special gift.  Thank you for your generous support of the ministries of Gethsemane.

If you would like your giving record for 2014 either emailed to you or mailed to you, send an email to info@gethsemaneaustin.org or call the church office 512-836-8560.

Daily Devotion, new each day, are posted on the “Readings for Today” page under “Worship” on the Gethsemane Lutheran website.

Send the church office updates on your home and email addresses, phone or other family items for the church records.  Also let us know if you would like to be taken off the snail mail paper newsletter or should you wish to be removed from the Gethsemane email list.

Events

Sweetheart Banquet

All are welcomed, friends & neighbors, to Gethsemane’s Sweetheart Banquet!

Fundraiser for the National Youth Gathering trip to Detroit 2015

When:  Saturday, February 14th, 6:30pm

Where:  Multi-Purpose Room

  • $20 per person
  • Advanced tickets only… limited supply
  • Delicious meal
  • Babysitting
  • Entertainment

Bring pocket money for tips and flowers!

Tickets go on sale Sunday, January 18th, 2015 and will be sold every Sunday and at Midweek  Connections on Wednesdays until they are sold out.  Contact Belinda at info@gethsemaneaustin.org to reserve your tickets!

Newsletters

January 7th Newsletter

The Gethsemane Lutheran Church Newsletter for January 7, 2015 is available.

Our mission statement: “Called by Grace, Led by Faith, Welcoming All to Share God’s Love.”

Thank you for your faithful giving to Gethsemane.  Even if you are on the road, you may contribute through Simply Giving on the Gethsemane website; it is fast and easy to use your credit card or bank account to make your regular giving or a one time special gift.  Thank you for your generous support of the ministries of Gethsemane.

Daily Devotion, new each day, are posted on the “Readings for Today” page under “Worship” on the Gethsemane Lutheran website.

Send the church office updates on your home and email addresses, phone or other family items for the church records.  Let us know if you would like to be taken off the snail mail paper newsletter or should you wish to be removed from the Gethsemane email list.
Giving Opportunitites

Giving Tuesday

December 2nd is “Giving Tuesday.”  The good people of Gethsemane do this everyday.  This Tuesday, Gethsemane is giving to the community through its food pantry and clothes closet.  God’s abundant gifts are shared through this congregation in so many ways…consider giving to one of the many ministries that Gethsemane supports today, this #GivingTuesday.

Donate Now

Events, Mission Work

Borderland Trip

Gethsemane and San Lucas
“ENCUENTRO”
Borderland Encounter

January 15-18, 2015

 

San Lucas is celebrating their 27 year history and Gethsemane has been a part of that ministry for about 21 of those years.

This is a special “encounter” or “encuentro” weekend for Gethsemane and San Lucas congregations to work side by side and expand our vision of ministry together.

All are “Called by Grace” to participate: youth, singles, couples, those with and without children, from the very young to the not so young. There is something for all levels of ability. Youth under 18 are asked to have a parent or guardian along for the weekend experience.

“Led by Faith, Welcoming all to Share God’s Love.” This is a great opportunity to work, worship, eat, and share together with the community of San Lucas.

“God’s Work. Our Hands.”

This mission trip includes the installation of a 2800 gallon rainwater capture system, construction of raised garden beds for a community garden, a remodel of the current food pantry to a new client-served pantry, a modified Bible School and Spanish worship Sunday morning. We are in need of volunteers to coordinate and prepare meals including the San Lucas/Gethsemane community dinner. Brochures are available in the narthex. Be ready for some special fun this year!

Passports or birth certificates will NOT be needed as we
will not be crossing the border as a group!For any questions, speak to:
Pastor Susie or Intern Sharolyn