Posts by Keith
The Promise of a Prophet – 17 December 2023
Was Jesus a prophet? How does that question strike you? Pastor Matt preaching on Deuteronomy 18:9-22 Full manuscript available on Pastor Matt’s blog You can listen here or “Right-Click” and “Save-as” to download the sermon: “The Promise of a Prophet” – 17 December 2023
Read MoreTFT: Board Not Bored
Dear LEFC Parents, Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This week’s LEFC Advent Reading centers on John 1:11-12 and radiates the benefits of receiving Jesus instead of rejecting Him. Christmas Caroling – THIS AFTERNOON! Bring your family along for our LEFC Christmas Caroling event this afternoon at 3:00pm! We will gather on the church campus and practice a…
Read MoreLanse Link – 17 December 2023
Sunday, December 17, 2023 Church Family News Prayer Items Church Family News Annual Business Meeting Our Annual Business Meeting will be held today immediately following our service. Mark your calendars and plan to stay for this brief meeting. We will present new members to receive and a new slate of officers and budget for approval.…
Read MoreWhy Did Jesus Get Baptized? – 10 December 2023
Jesus got baptized, and so should we. But His baptism (because He’s Jesus!) is bound to be at least a little bit different than ours. Why did Jesus get baptized? The main reason we immerse is because every baptism described in the New Testament seems to be by immersion, including Jesus. And even more importantly,…
Read MoreTFT: The Treasure
Dear LEFC Parents, Today is the second Sunday of Advent, and this week’s LEFC Advent Reading centers on John 1:4-5 and reminds us that when Jesus came, the darkness lost. Talent Night, Holy Night? Does anyone in your family want to do something special for our Christmas Eve Candlelight service (December 24, 7:00pm)? We would love…
Read MoreLanse Link – 10 December 2023
Sunday, December 10, 2023 Church Family News Prayer Items Church Family News New Administrative Assistant We are pleased to welcome Jenni English as the new Administrative Assistant in the church office! Jenni has begun her training and will be in the office starting Tuesday, December 12th. You can reach Jenni through the [email protected] email address,…
Read MoreTestimony About Me – 3 December 2023
Continuing in our series, Life In Jesus’ Name- The Gospel of John, we hear more about who Jesus is. Listen to learn why you come to Jesus to have life, love God from your heart, strive for God to praise you, and believe the testimony about Jesus. Pastor Matt preaching on John 5:31-47 Full manuscript available…
Read MoreTFT: The Christmas Countdown
Dear LEFC Parents, Today is the first Sunday of Advent, and this week’s LEFC Advent Reading focuses on incredible truth of John 1:1. KBC Handbells – Next Week! “There’s music in the air!” Our Bible Explorers Class is excitedly practicing a Hand Bell version of the well-loved Christmas classic, Silent Night. Practices take place each Sunday morning…
Read MoreLanse Link – 3 December 2023
Sunday, December 3, 2023 Church Family News Prayer Items 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…
Read MoreTo Your Amazement – 26 November 2023
Today in our series, Life In Jesus’ Name- The Gospel of John, we see the Lord Jesus tell His hearers that what He is teaching them is going to be to their amazement”. Listen to learn why we marvel how God is Son and Father, honor the Son as you do the Father, hear the…
Read MoreTFT: In Pursuit
Dear LEFC Parents, We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday filled with food, family, and gratitude for all of God’s blessings. Here are some things to think about this week for discipling your family: Advent Resources If your family couldn’t make the waffle party this morning, see Holly Crumrine to get the gist of what…
Read MoreLanse Link – 26 November 2023
Sunday, November 26, 2023 Church Family News Prayer Items Church Family News “Giving Tree” Tags Available Join the deaconesses as they partner with the Neighbors Helping Neighbors ministry of the West Branch Churches to brighten the lives of needy children within our community. We have 24 Giving Tree tags this year. If you would like…
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