Lanse Link :: May 31, 2026

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Church Family News

District Updates & Sunday School Class
We encourage you to set the alarm early next week as Kerry Doyal will be here to give us district updates and teach a special pop-up Sunday school class: “Jesus Helps His Learners Become Doers, Goers – Pre-deployment Training from Jesus from Matthew 10:1-15”. It will be held in the Fellowship Hall on June 7^th at 8:30am.

Child Protection Policy Rollout Meetings
The last parent meeting will be held today after church. If you are unable to attend or have questions about these meetings, please speak with Jordyn Skacel.

Family Ministries Volunteer Paperwork
Family Ministries volunteers who have not yet returned completed paperwork are asked to do so ASAP, as our new policy will go into effect tomorrow. Paperwork can be placed in Jordyn Skacel’s mailbox.

Family Bible Week Volunteer Meeting
Next week after church Family Bible Week volunteers who are volunteering in classes, crafts, games, and the worship rally are asked to stay after church for a brief meeting to go over last minute details in preparation for the week.

Picnic in the Pavilion!
What do you most like to eat at a picnic? Bring your favorite picnic food to share at our big family picnic to kick-off the beginning of Family Bible Week on Sunday, June 14. Drinks and desserts will be provided. Everyone is invited!

Feasting Together At Dinner Time During Family Bible Week!
Sign up to help in the kitchen, or to provide cookies or ingredients for our big week. You can do as much or as little as you want. There are lots of easy ways to help feed our families.
Questions? Talk to Heather Mitchell, Dottie Glass, Cayli Houston, Marilynn Kristofits, June Lucas, Macy Mitchell, or Karen Mullen.

Family Bible Week – Theology Class
Adults and older teens are invited to join Pastor Matt for the FBW Theology Class at Family Bible Week. This year, our class will be studying what the Bible says about the human condition–how we live in the tension of being both wonderfully made in the image of God and yet also fallen far short of what we were created to be. Bring your Bible, your questions, and an open heart to learn.

Pastor Matt on Vacation
Pastor Matt is currently on vacation until Wednesday June 10^th as he is helping Robin move. For any needs during this time, please contact Cody Crumrine or Keith Hurley.

Directory Update
Robin Mitchell’s new address is 11510 NE 112^nd Drive, Apt 119, Vancouver WA 98662.

Special Business Meeting
On June 28^th after the service there will be a special business meeting for members regarding the paving of the parking lot. Members, please plan on staying after as we decide how to proceed.

To All Who Have Known Wally Kephart…
Wally is turning 90 on June 2^nd.  His family wants to celebrate by surrounding him with reminders of God’s goodness. They are asking for those of us who love and care about him to send a short message, share a favorite scripture, story, or prayer. If you would like to take a moment to send a card or note, it can be mailed to 1195 Centre Hill Road, Morrisdale, PA 16858.

Scam Prevention Handouts
Pastor Kevin Labby of First Free McKeesport has compiled a wise guide to help protect Christians from being scammed in various ways. There are handouts of this guide now available in the foyer. See Pastor Matt with any questions.

Register for Summer Camp!
Don’t forget to register for camp at Miracle Mountain Ranch! Camps are available starting at age 6. See Marilynn Kristofits to get registered for a discount, with questions, or for more information!

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Growing Together

Snack and Yack / Junior Youth Group – Snack and Yack has come to an end, but we are excited to be starting up a new Junior Youth Group for those who will be in grades 4-6 next school year. More details are still to come!

Adult Class – The adult class meets here on Sunday evenings at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. This week they will continue in the Book of Joshua. See Keith Hurley for additional information or questions.

Youth Group – The youth group is on break over the summer.  It will resume around the beginning of the school year.  For more information, see Cody & Holly Crumrine.

Ladies’ Fellowship Hour – Ladies, join us on Wednesday mornings at 10:30am for a time of fellowship with one another, praying for one another and missionaries, and reading Scripture. This week Anita will be leading a time of music and singing.

Join Us at Prayer Meeting – Wednesdays at 7:00pm, a group of Christians meet to pray and to study God’s Word in the Prayer Room. Nobody is put on the spot to pray out loud, but all are encouraged to attend and help lift up the needs of our church, community, nation, and world.

Explore the Bible at Home – Many adults in our church are utilizing the Explore the Bible resources to dig deeper into God’s Word. Pick up your free copy of Matthew 14-27 and join as we study this week with Session 13: Our Atonement. Spring resources are available in the foyer.

This Week in Kids Bible Class – Today, the Little Learners and Bible Explorers will be studying John 3 about Jesus and the Samaritan Woman. Resources for family worship and conversation centered on this lesson are available through the link you will receive in “The Family Table” email arriving this afternoon. For more information about this week’s lesson, check out The Gospel Project Big Picture Card which your child will receive at the end of class to bring home. If you are not currently receiving “The Family Table” or need assistance with accessing the family resources, please see Jordyn Skacel or Vicky Albert.

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Additional Resources

Church Office
Our church office is open every week, Tuesday – Friday from 8:00am – 2:00pm. You can reach Keith in the office by email at [email protected] or by phone (814-345-6500). If you would like information to be in next week’s bulletin, please have it in by 1:00pm Thursday. Last minute prayer requests need to be submitted to the office by 9:00am on Friday.

Lanse Free Fridge
Our community fridge and pantry is open 24/7. Contributions may include fresh or frozen foods, dairy products, canned or dried goods, cereals, or prepared foods. Anyone is welcome to donate or rehome food.

Need Prayer?
Our church and our pastor love to pray for you. If you have a need for prayer, you can email us at [email protected]. All emails being sent to this address will be seen by Pastor Matt. Please indicate if this is a private request (for Pastor Matt and the Elder Board) or public request for the prayer chain. Want to join this list? Send an email to [email protected] and we will add you.

Email Subscriptions
We want everyone to know what is happening at LEFC! Are you on the “All Church Notifications” email list to get key announcements such as cancelations and other schedule changes? Subscribers also receive “The Lanse Link,” our weekly news bulletin. In addition, parents can subscribe to “The Family Table,” a Sunday newsletter filled with useful resources for family discipleship. Subscribe on the church website or send your email address to the church office and we will add you to the list.

Library
We offer many free resources in our church library, located to the right as you leave the auditorium. Our catalog of books is now online! www.librarycat.org/lib/LanseFreeChurch. Check something out today.

Sermon Publications
Missed a Sunday? You can read, listen to, or watch the message online in multiple ways throughout the week (YouTube, Facebook, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Pastor Matt’s blog, or the LEFC website [audio, video]). Need help subscribing or finding a particular sermon? See Keith Hurley.

Fellowship Hall Reservations
If you would like to use the Fellowship Hall for your event, please contact Keith Hurley in the office to check availability and get approval.

Offering
Thank you for continuing to support our ministries and missionaries. The offering plates are available at the back of the auditorium. Gifts can also be mailed to the church or given electronically through your bank’s bill pay program or through online platforms: PayPal and Venmo. Our account is [email protected]. Questions? Contact Keith Hurley.

Giving Opportunities
Designated giving funds are open for the deaconess compassion fund to help those in need within our church family, summer camp to pay for registration fees,  and future updates/additions to the Ark Park Pavilion. Please mark your gifts and drop them in the offering plate.

Thank you for continuing to support our ministries and missionaries. Ways to give:

Mail your offering check to us at PO BOX 114, Lanse, PA 16849.

• Cash or Check in person. Drop off your offering at the church during office hours in the offering plate right inside the  office door.
• E-banking – Check with your financial institution about using their bill pay programs to have the bank send us a check directly at no cost.
• Online Payments – PayPal and Venmo are our current e-giving options. Our account address is our email: [email protected].

Opportunities for Service
Become a part of our ministries! To get started serving in our church, contact the following people: Attendance (Keith Hurley), Coffee Ministry (The Crumrines), Greeting Ministry (Katie Kerlin & Haylee Simler), Kids Bible Classes (Vicky Albert), Nursery (Becky Schiefer), Prayer Corners (Keith Hurley),  and Worship Team (Pastor Matt Mitchell).

Director of Family Ministry
Jordyn Skacel serves as our Director of Family Ministry. She is happy to meet with you at the church, in her home, in your home, or in public, with or without kids! Catch her at church or contact her via phone, text, or email, (814) 592-9280 or [email protected] to schedule a time to meet.

Church Elders
Cody Crumrine [724-787-8351]              Keith Hurley [814-553-5624]
Keith Folmar [814-345-5980]                 Abe Skacel [717-606-9344]
Curtis Quick  [814-404-3798]                 Pastor Matt Mitchell [814-762-7336]