The wait is over! Christmas has come. Even if it was different this year, I hope your Christmas was full of real joy, wonder, and love. I also hope you set aside time to think about the birth of Christ.
In this weekend’s video message, Joel Michaels takes us back through that familiar story and focuses on what the angel said to the shepherds. I look forward to studying it with my family this Sunday morning.
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Often the worst part of waiting is not knowing how long the wait will be. Anticipation dies down and despair sets in. And the last bit is often the hardest. It’s darkest right before dawn, especially when you don’t have a device telling you exactly when dawn will come.
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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.
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LEFC 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…
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LEFC 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…
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Sunday, June 1, 2025 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. Encouragement Cards Each bulletin has an encouragement card in it. Please take this card and send it…
Read MoreSunday, May 25, 2025 Church Family News Graduation Sunday Today, as we recognize our graduates, take time to offer an encouraging word to these young people as they prepare to begin the next chapter of their lives. The Hospitality Team invites you to stay after the service for cake and refreshments to celebrate our graduates. West Branch Baccalaureate The West Branch Baccalaureate service led by the West Branch Ministerium is Tuesday, May 27th at 6:00pm…
Read MoreSunday, May 18, 2025 Church Family News LEFC Family Night Join us for Family Night on June 6th from 6:00-8:00pm here at the church! Come enjoy a provided dinner as well as a fun night with fellow LEFC families! If you have any questions, please see Jordyn Skacel. West Branch Baccalaureate The West Branch Baccalaureate service led by the West Branch Ministerium is Tuesday, May 27th at 6:00pm at West Branch High School. Join them…
Read MoreSunday, May 11, 2025 Church Family News Happy Mother’s Day! Praise the Lord for our mothers! Take a moment to thank those who have given you life and nurtured your faith. On this Mother’s Day, we are celebrating all women. Ladies, be sure to receive your gift after the service today. Pastor Matt Out Of Office Pastor Matt will be on vacation from May 13 – May 19. If you need anything during this time,…
Read MoreSunday, May 4, 2025 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. Community Group There will be NO community group this evening. It will resume next Sunday evening, May…
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