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.

A warm-toned, folk-style painting titled "Songs for Saplings" featuring a central evergreen tree, a bumblebee on the left, and an owl on the right reading a book labeled "Psalm 92:12".

TFT: Memorable Melodies

January 4, 2026

Save the Date: Dads & Kids Mario Kart Tournament Dads and Kids, coming up in just under two weeks, join us on the evening of Friday January 16th at 6:00 for a Mario Kart Tournament! Spend…

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Cover of the book 'Teach Me to Pray' by Kristen Wetherell, featuring the subtitle 'Praying God's Word from A to Z'. The design includes whimsical illustrations for each letter of the alphabet—such as a snake for S, lantern for L, butterfly for Y, and church for K—set against a dark background with golden leaf patterns.

TFT: Teaching Our Children to Pray in 2026

December 28, 2025

Save the Date: Dads & Kids Mario Kart Tournament Dads and Kids, coming up in just a few weeks, join us on the evening of Friday January 16th at 6:00 for a Mario Kart Tournament!…

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Stylized illustration for “Andrew Peterson Presents Behold the Lamb of God,” featuring stained glass–style panels with biblical scenes: an Egyptian figure and menorah on the left, angel and nativity on the right, radiant star above, and a lamb lying in grass at the center foreground.

TFT: Behold the Lamb of God

December 21, 2025

Christmas Caroling: TODAY! Bring your family along for our LEFC Christmas Caroling event today at 2:00pm! We will gather on campus and practice a few favorite songs before caravanning throughout our community to brighten the holiday…

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Promotional poster for "The Star" featuring animated animals encircling a glowing central star on a blue background.

TFT: The Star

December 14, 2025

Moms & Kids Playdate This Thursday is our monthly Moms & Kids Playdate from 9:00-10:00 in the Fellowship Hall. Moms who are at home with your kids of any age, come join us! LEFC Christmas Eve Service…

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Promotional collage featuring five Christian-made games: Deliverance (a fantasy board game with angelic warriors), Bug & Seek (a whimsical nature-themed digital game), Legion TD 2 (a strategic tower defense game), The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology (a fantasy adventure based on the Redwall series), and Sainthood (a minimalist spiritual-themed game with stylized sun imagery).

TFT: Christian-Made Games

December 7, 2025

LEFC Christmas Eve Service While planning your Christmas festivities, don’t forget to include our Christmas Eve Candlelight service on your family’s calendar at 7:00. Would you like to be a part of making this service…

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Four red candles lit on an evergreen Advent wreath with wooden stars and festive ornaments, set against a softly blurred Christmas tree and warm holiday lights.

TFT: Long-Expected

November 30, 2025

LEFC Christmas Party: Next Sunday! Join us after church next Sunday, December 7th. for a Christmas party! Lunch will be provided as we enjoy fun games and activities together and hear about ideas for celebrating the season of…

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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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Book cover for "More to the Story" by Jennifer M. Kimmey, featuring bold, colorful text on a black background, with the subtitle "Deep Answers to Real Questions on Attraction, Identity, and Relationships."

TFT: Cream of the Crop

January 12, 2025

Dear LEFC Parents, We hope you had a good Christmas and are preparing for a Christ-centered new year. Here are some nourishing items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week. Register…

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Book cover for "5 Things to Pray for Your Kids" by Melissa B. Kruger, featuring a teal background, gold circle with the number 5, and the subtitle "Prayers That Change Things for the Next Generation."

TFT: 5 Things to Pray for Your Kids

January 5, 2025

Dear LEFC Parents, We hope you had a good Christmas and are preparing for a Christ-centered new year. Here are some nourishing items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week. Easter…

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A pink sheet titled "Book-at-a-Time Bible Reading Plan" alongside a brochure for "Lanse Evangelical Free Church" featuring the phrase "Read Through the Bible in 2025," showcasing a partially open Bible and colored markers.

TFT: Eat This Book

December 29, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, We hope you had a good Christmas and are preparing for a Christ-centered new year. Here are some nourishing items to set the table for disciple-making in your family this week. Youth…

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Cover of the book "The Ballad of Matthew's Begats," featuring colorful illustrations of various characters and a central title box. The top corner contains a banner that reads "An unlikely royal family tree."

TFT: A Ballad of Begats

December 22, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent. This year’s LEFC Family Advent Readings reflect upon Jesus’ breathtaking claim to be the Light of the World. This week’s reading is “The Light of Joy.” No…

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Cover of the book "The Mythmakers" by John Hendrix, featuring illustrated silhouettes of two figures walking in a whimsical forest with a glowing light in the background, surrounded by trees and colorful elements. The title and author's name are prominently displayed in bold, stylized font.

TFT: The Friendship of Lewis & Tolkien

December 15, 2024

Dear LEFC Parents, Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This year’s LEFC Family Advent Readings reflect upon Jesus’ breathtaking claim to be the Light of the World. This week’s reading is “The Light of Guidance.” Christmas Caroling…

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