The Family Table

Feeding the Faith of LEFC Families

The Family Table is our weekly email to equip families to disciple their kids. Read recent updates below for Family Ministries news, upcoming events, and resources—or subscribe here to receive it every Sunday afternoon.

TFT: Panic-less Parenting

October 27, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some nourishing items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week: Fall Retreat Recap Check out the Fall Retreat recap video created by Joe Quick to get a glimpse into the fun we had last weekend! 104 Sundays of The Family Table This is the 104th edition of The Family Table! Our weekly email for feeding the faith of LEFC families launched on October 30, 2022. Thank you for reading…

TFT: I’m so proud of you!

October 20, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some savory items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week: Praise God for our Fall Retreat! We had an exceedingly fun, faith-building weekend at our first ever Fall Retreat! Praise God that 10 of our LEFC families with children and several other couples and singles were able to attend. Be sure to join us next Sunday during church for a recap! West Branch Trunk or Treat We are excited to…

TFT: Prepare your kids to disobey

October 13, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some tasty items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week: Fall Retreat is in just 5 days! We’re 5 days away from Fall Retreat! Take the opportunity now to register for a weekend of faith-building, fellowship, and lots of fun with your LEFC Church Family! We strongly encourage all of our LEFC families to come and enjoy time together. Have questions? Contact Jordyn Skacel. Registration information is online or on the table…

TFT: Read Aloud Bible Stories

October 6, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some savory items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week: This Afternoon – Families at Blessed to Be a Blessing Our own Joe Quick and his boys will be singing at the Blessed to Be a Blessing Generosity Fair this afternoon (2:00-3:30) in the parking lot of Gethsemane United Methodist Church. Games for kids have also been planned. This event is free and is designed by leaders of West Branch Churches…

TFT: What Do You Say?

September 29, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some savory items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week: It’s Sign-Up Sunday! Has your family registered yet for our Fall Retreat? Today is Sign-Up Sunday! Take the opportunity now to register for a weekend of faith-building, fellowship, and lots of fun with your LEFC Church Family! We strongly encourage all of our LEFC families to come and enjoy time together! Fall Retreat is a weekend getaway…

TFT: Child Dedication Gifts

September 22, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some savory items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: New Youth Group Starts Tonight! When our teens returned from Challenge ’24, everyone in the group said that they would love to have a weekly meeting to encourage each other in following Jesus. It’s happening! The new youth group will begin meeting tonight at 7:00 at the church building. All students in grades 7 and up are invited to come for…

TFT: Teens and Ephesians

September 15, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some great items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: A is for Abba The latest season of Tiny Theologians has just begun! This time around TJ and Torie are learning about the names of God. We have recommended the Tiny Theologians many times in The Family Table. In the first episode of the new season, little kids learn in a fun way how God is…

TFT: Parenting Kids with Special Needs

September 8, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Here are some key items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week ahead: Contacting Jordyn Jordyn Skacel is mobile! Our brand new Director of Family Ministry says, “I am happy to meet with you at the church, in my home, in your home, or in public, with or without kids! Catch me at church or contact me via phone, text, or email, 814-592-9280 or [email protected] to schedule a time to meet. I’d…