Posts by Keith
TFT: Making a Mom’s Heart Sing
Dear LEFC Parents, Happy Mother’s Day! We hope that you are able to celebrate the mothers in your lives. They play an incredible role in shaping who we are and what we believe. Books for Mom We still have a few copies of the two most recent books by Katie Faris, a former member of LEFC,…
Read MoreLanse Link – May 12, 2024
Sunday, May 12th, 2024 Church Family News Happy Mother’s Day! Praise the Lord for our mothers! Take a moment to thank those who have given you life and nurtured your faith. On this Mother’s Day, we are celebrating all women. Ladies, be sure to receive your gift after the service today. Softball Tournament Deadline Jenni…
Read MoreFather, Glorify Your Name! – May 5, 2024
The crowd has been waving palm branches over Him and shouting, “Blessed is the King of Israel!” And He’s not stopped them. He’s received their worship and their faith in His messiahship, His kingship. And the Jewish leaders are frustrated that the whole wide world seems to be coming to follow Him. For example, even…
Read MoreTFT: More to the Story
Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: Six Conversations to Have with Your Teen about Sexuality Jennifer Kvamme, the author of this week’s dessert recommendation, has published a short guide for parents on six important topics to talk about with your teen: Story,…
Read MoreLanse Link – May 5, 2024
Sunday, May 5th, 2024 Church Family News Communion Sunday Today we will be passing communion plates for those partaking in the auditorium. There are pre-packaged communion elements for anyone, inside or outside, who would prefer to use them as we worship together at the Lord’s Table. We have a gluten free option for those with…
Read MoreThe Hour Has Come – April 28, 2024
Verse 23 says, “Jesus replied, ‘The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.” That is significant because, at this point in the story, everything changes. Up until now, the hour had not YET come. Pastor Matt Mitchell preaching on John 12:12-26 Full manuscript available on Pastor Matt’s blog You can listen here…
Read MoreTFT: You Can Do This!
Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: Handout – Family Devotions Workshop Abe Skacel’s three page handout from last weekend’s workshop is now available for downloading from the church website. The Gospel Project at Home Today’s Bible Study is “Peter Was Rescued from Prison”…
Read MoreLanse Link – April 28, 2024
Sunday, April 28th, 2024 Church Family News Facilities Team Meeting There will be a brief meeting this morning after worship service to discuss a few matters. Malawi Mission Team Fundraiser The Malawi Mission Team is conducting a “Troy’s Philadelphia-Style Hoagie” fundraiser to bless the ministry of Community Impact during their trip. The last day…
Read MoreTFT: Right Choices
Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: Ins and Outs with Sports for Kids Justin Giboney, a former college football player, current little league coach, and president of AND Campaign, recently wrote a helpful article in Christianity Today balancing the potential and pitfalls of sports for…
Read MoreLanse Link – April 21, 2024
Sunday, April 21st, 2024 Church Family News Family Devotions Workshop The Family Devotions Workshop will be after church and Snack and Yack today. Come enjoy a free provided lunch and hear how your family could incorporate regular devotions into your routine. You’ll even have a chance to do a practice run with your family…
Read MoreI Am The Resurrection And The Life – April 14, 2024
We’ve reached chapter 11, which tells the story of Jesus’ last major public miracle in the Gospel of John before His arrest. And it’s a doozy! Pastor Matt Mitchell preaching on John 11:1-53 Full manuscript available on Pastor Matt’s blog You can listen here or “Right-Click” and “Save-as” to download the sermon: “I Am The Resurrection…
Read MoreTFT: Your Teen vs. Anxiety
Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: Family Devotions Workshop – Next Sunday! We are offering a Family Devotions Workshop after worship and Snack & Yack this coming Sunday, April 21st. Come enjoy a free provided lunch and hear how your family could…
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