The 6th Commandment: Do not kill.

Seems like a pretty basic tenet for anyone to embrace. Maybe you feel like you’re doing pretty good with this particular commandment.

And yet as we look around our society: our communities, neighborhoods, schools, civic life, social media,… we soon discover there is fury and rage that pervades our lives.

Jesus speaks to the root of this command, teaching that killing is a heart issue. When you have anger in your heart, it leads to actions that destroy life.

Join us on Sunday as we explore what it means to promote life as God does.

A new school year is headed our way and with it an opportunity to help a child.  Look for the collection box in the Narthex, Sunday, July 20 thru Sunday, August 10. Donated items will go to Communities in School and are distributed to local school children.

We just got this wonderful news about our family of sisters.  They will be moving into their own place on Wednesday, July16. 

If you have furniture or other items you think they could use, please call the Family Promise office (830)214-6762.  If you would like to send them a card or gift card 

c/o Family Promise
PO Box 311866
New Braunfels, Texas 78131
Attn Lynnaya

Move-Out Needs
As this family begins this exciting new chapter, any support in gathering the following items would be deeply appreciated. Gently used items in good condition are more than welcome!

Furniture Essentials

• Couch set or living room seating
• Area rugs (any size or style)
• Mattress/ Bedding

Kitchen & Cooking Items

• Microwave
• Toaster or air fryer
• Dish drying rack

Cleaning & Household Supplies

• All-purpose cleaners, disinfectants
• Sponges, dish soap, trash bags
• Laundry detergent and cleaning tools (broom, mop, etc.)

Personal Hygiene Supplies

• Soap, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant
• Toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products

Bathroom Essentials

• Shower curtain and hooks
• Bath mats or rugs
• Bathroom storage/organization (shelves, caddies, dispensers)

Storage & Organization

• Plastic bins or totes
• Drawer organizers
• Hangers, shelving, or small dressers

The best and most important way to have an major impact now is by giving to the Southwestern Texas Synod Disaster Fund (which provides immediate relief) or our ELCA’s Lutheran Disaster Response (which provides long-term response and recovery).

• Southwestern Texas Synod Disaster Fund
•  ELCA’s Lutheran Disaster Response