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The best part of waiting is anticipation of the good stuff that’s coming at the end of the waiting. We get joy from wondering what exactly is in that wrapped gift under the tree. We look forward to the day when COVID-19 is eradicated. We dream of the Sunday we all gather together once more at the same time and the same place. Anticipation of blessing makes it worth the wait.
Read MoreLEFC Guide to Worship Sunday, December 6, 2020 Lanse Evangelical Free Church From the Pastor Home Worship Guide Church Family News Special Plans for Advent & Christmas 2020 Prayer Items From the Pastor Dear Church Family, Waiting can be really hard. Sometimes waiting can be fun–when you know exactly how long the wait will be (hopefully short!) and what good thing is coming at the end. Anticipation makes waiting sweet. But other kinds of waiting…
Read MoreLEFC Guide to Worship Sunday, November 29, 2020 Lanse Evangelical Free Church From the Pastor Home Worship Guide Church Family News Special Plans for Advent & Christmas 2020 Prayer Items From the Pastor Dear Church Family, This weekend on the calendar is always a fascinating confluence of seasons: We just celebrated Thanksgiving and still have many more things for which to be grateful. We step into Advent–a season of hopeful waiting, something we’ve been learning…
Read MoreLEFC Guide to Worship Sunday, November 22, 2020 Lanse Evangelical Free Church From the Pastor Home Worship Guide Church Family News Special Plans for Advent & Christmas 2020 Prayer Items From the Pastor Dear Church Family, “The LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations” (Psalm 100:1). I’m so glad that our God is steadfast, trustworthy, and unchanging. On this fourth Sunday of November, I am especially thankful: for…
Read MoreLEFC Guide to Worship Sunday, November 15, 2020 Lanse Evangelical Free Church From the Pastor Home Worship Guide Church Family News Prayer Items From the Pastor Dear Church Family, “To God be the glory / Great things He has done.” When we stand back and consider all of the great things our Lord has done for us, we can be overcome with gratefulness. On this third Sunday of November, I am especially thankful: for my…
Read MoreSunday, November 24, 2024 Church Family News The Lanse Free Fridge The new community fridge officially opens today! You can help Holly Crumrine, and the deaconesses continue to pack the pantry by making donations: dried or canned food, frozen food, fresh produce, prepared meals, baby supplies (diapers, formula), hygiene items, and any other safe, non-expired food items. Place your items directly into the fridge, freezer, or pantry shelving in the new shelter by the Ark…
Read MoreSunday, November 17, 2024 Church Family News Community Group Community Group will be taking a pause over the holiday season and will restart in the new year. Tonight at 6:00pm will be the last meeting of 2024 with a Thanksgiving themed potluck. Let Abe or Jordyn Skacel know if you plan to attend so they ensure they have enough table seating! Operation Christmas Child Our church is participating in OCC, sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse. If…
Read MoreSunday, November 10, 2024 Church Family News Deck the Halls Maria Jackson is gathering a team of people to ready the church building for the Christmas season on Monday, November 25th at 6:30pm. Let Maria or Jenni know so Maria can plan for help. Thankful Bulletin Board On the small table next to Jenni’s office, there are small pieces of paper. Take one (or as many as you want), write down what you are thankful…
Read MoreSunday, November 3, 2024 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 free option for those with special dietary needs. Thankful Bulletin Board On the small table next to Jenni’s office, there are small pieces of paper.…
Read MoreSunday, October 27, 2024 Church Family News Welcome Teams Meeting The Greeting, Attendance and Foyer Teams are having a brief meeting in the Fellowship Hall after service today, October 27th for training, encouragement and sharing ideas. If you are a part of these teams or have interest in joining, please attend! Please see Katie Kerlin, Haylee Simler, or Jenni English if you have any questions. Pastor Matt Away Pastor Matt will be out of the…
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