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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, Body, Identity, Desire, Grace, and Treasure at Christian Parenting. Handout – Family Devotions Workshop Abe Skacel’s three page handout from the…
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” (Volume 11: Unit 32: Session 4). Ask your kids what they learned in Kids Bible Class this morning and/or do…
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 kids: Sports Can Be a Touchdown for Faith. Beware of Encroachment. The Gospel Project at Home Today’s Bible Study is “Gentiles Became…
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 incorporate regular devotions into your routine. You’ll even have a chance to do a practice run with your family during…
Dear LEFC Parents, It’s been a full week since Resurrection Sunday, but Jesus is still risen indeed! Throughout the decades, the church has often celebrated the truth of the resurrection for the 50 days between Easter and Pentecost (often called “Eastertide”). That’s not a bad idea! What can your family do together this month to draw hope from the fact that Jesus Christ has risen from the dead? More Parenting with Hope The most recent episode…
Dear LEFC Parents, Christ is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! Today, we celebrate the greatest miracle since the creation the world. In His great love, our Lord Jesus Christ died and was buried, but He did not stay dead. On the third day, He rose again, just as He had promised! And that miracle makes all of the difference for our lives today. We hope your family’s holiday is full of joy, peace, and hope. No…
Dear LEFC Parents, “Hosanna in the highest!” Today marks the start of Passion Week, an annual time to meditate on the crucial events of the seven days between our Lord’s Triumphal Entry and His Resurrection. What are you planning to do as a family to grow the young disciples in your home this week? Egg Hunt at the Ark Park – This Saturday! The LEFC Family Ministries Team is organizing an Easter egg hunt on March 30th at…
Dear LEFC Parents, Jesus is the reason for this season as well! This is the time of year when we think the amazing love Jesus showed us by sacrificing Himself for our sins and the power of His resurrection. What are you planning to do in the next couple of weeks to lead your family deeper into the mystery of the gospel? Here are some items to set the table for disciple-making in your family in the week…