The Family Table

Feeding the Faith of LEFC Families

The Family Table is our weekly email to equip families well to disciple their kids. In it, you'll find Family Ministries news, upcoming events, and resources. It comes out every Sunday afternoon. To subscribe, visit this link.

Cover of the children's book "Sadie Finds Her Voice," featuring a group of friendly, anthropomorphic animals gathering at night. The central character, Sadie, is a grey bunny in a turquoise dress, surrounded by a frog, a raccoon, a dog, and a bird, all looking engaged and supportive. The scene is adorned with string lights and a crescent moon, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The book addresses the theme of shyness and is part of the "Good News for Little Hearts" series. Edited by Aaron Sironi and illustrated by Joe Hox.

TFT: Shy Child

June 1, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, It’s been a full Spring of ministry here at LEFC, and we’re just getting ramped up for a fun-filled summer! When planning your summer fun, be sure to include our LEFC fellowship…

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Logo for the podcast "Practice Makes Parent," featuring bold and colorful text on a textured background, with the tagline "with Dr. Danny Huerta & Rebecca St. James."

TFT: Blended Families

May 25, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, It’s been a full Spring of ministry here at LEFC, and we’re just getting ramped up for a fun-filled summer! When planning your summer fun, be sure to include our LEFC fellowship…

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TFT: This is BIG!

May 18, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, It’s been a full Spring of ministry here at LEFC, and we’re just getting ramped up for a fun-filled summer! When planning your summer fun, be sure to include our LEFC fellowship…

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Book cover titled "Every Hour I Need You" by Katie Faris, featuring floral designs and a hummingbird against a colorful background. The subtitle reads "30 Meditations for Moms on the Character of God."

TFT: Every Hour

May 11, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, Happy Mother’s Day to all of our moms! May your day be joyful and enjoyable. We appreciate your ministry to your families and our LEFC church family! Devoted: Great Men and Their…

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A row of blue sports lockers against a brick wall, each displaying various sports equipment, including a baseball bat, lacrosse stick, basketball, soccer ball, tennis racket, and a volleyball, with a blue jersey featuring the number 5. The logo "PURE ATHLETE: THE VOICE OF YOUTH SPORTS" is prominently displayed at the top.

Parenting Student Athletes

May 4, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, Christ is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! We may have celebrated Easter a few weeks ago, but what joy and hope in remembering that Christ is still risen today! Praise God for the once…

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Red "X" symbol on a white background.

TFT: How NOT to Do Family Devotions

April 27, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, Christ is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! We may have celebrated Easter a week ago, but what joy and hope in remembering that Christ is still risen today! Praise God for the once and…

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Cover of the book "Miracle Man: The Story of Jesus" by John Hendrix, featuring bold, stylized lettering against an illustrated background of waves and a figure walking on water.

TFT: Miracle Man

April 20, 2025

Dear LEFC Families, Christ is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! Yesterday, we celebrated the greatest miracle in history. Jesus Christ died and was crucified and buried, but He did not stay dead! On the third day,…

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Text graphic featuring the phrase "A Journey Through Holy Week" above an illustration of a cross, set against a light blue background with three arch shapes.

TFT: Journey Through Holy Week

April 13, 2025

Dear LEFC Parents, Easter is almost here! We encourage you to cultivate an excitement in your home this week for the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus! We eagerly anticipate celebrating with you on Sunday.…

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Children's book cover: "Why Do We Say Thank You?" features an illustrated boy resting his head on his hand, surrounded by food, toys, and a cat. Subtext: "Learning to Be Grateful."

TFT: Why Do We Say Thank You?

November 23, 2025

LEFC Christmas Party Join us after church in a few weeks on December 7th for a Christmas party! Lunch will be provided as we play fun games together and hear about ideas for celebrating the…

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Covers of "The Seven" book series by Troy Schmidt, featuring "Flood," "Fire," "Darkness," and "Collapse," with dramatic imagery reflecting their respective themes.

TFT: The 7

November 16, 2025

LEFC Christmas Party Join us after church in a few weeks on December 7th for a Christmas party! Lunch will be provided as we play fun games together and hear about ideas for celebrating the…

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"The Serpent & the Seed" text with a snake incorporated into the 'S' and a bird perched on the '&'.

TFT: The Serpent and the Seed

November 9, 2025

Mom’s Night Out: Postponed! Mom’s Night Out, which was scheduled for Saturday, has been postponed. We will announce a new date when it is rescheduled. This Week’s Challenge We’re kicking off trying out a new element…

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Book cover of "He Always Hears: A Story of Loss and the Hope of Things Made New" featuring a starry night sky, a house, and a lit window. Written by Alyson Punzi and illustrated by Tyler Charlton.

TFT: Helping Kids Grieve

November 2, 2025

Introducing: This Week’s Challenge! We’re kicking off trying out a new element in TFT! Each week, we plan to provide a family discipleship “challenge” to implement with your family. The goal is to provide families with an action…

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Book cover of "Martin Luther" by Simonetta Carr, featuring an illustration of a monk holding papers, with a cross necklace, set against a backdrop of buildings and a colorful sky. Text reads "Christian Biographies for Young Readers."

TFT: “Here I Stand”

October 26, 2025

Three Years of The Family Table! The Family Table is celebrating its third anniversary this week! Praise God for the ways that it has equipped, encouraged, and resourced families and individuals with disciple-making tools each…

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