“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”
You might have noticed that we’ve been reciting the same “Hide the Word” church memory verses ever since last Spring (April 26, 2020 to be exact). Every few weeks, I think about switching us to another passage because the Scriptures are chock-ful of wonderful truth to fill our hearts and minds.
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.
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.
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.
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…
Sunday, October 11, 2026 Church Family News Guest Preachers: Our guest preacher today is Donnie Rosie from Miracle Mountain Ranch. Be sure to thank him for being able to be here to help “feed the flock.” Next Sunday, Peter Bors will be preaching here at LEFC. He’s one of our supported missionaries serving with ReachGlobal Crisis Response. Mom & Kids Playdate: Our monthly Moms & Kids Playdate is on Thursday October 15th from 9-10:00am. Moms…
Sunday, October 4, 2026 Church Family News Pastor Appreciation Month: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Remember to thank Pastor Matt & Heather for their hard work, sacrificial dedication, and multiple blessings they have provided to us by serving our Lord here at LEFC. As our gift of appreciation to Pastor Matt & Heather, we are sending them to the Allegheny District Pastors and Wives retreat October 9th-11th. Upcoming Guest Preachers: On October 11th Donnie Rosie…
Sunday, September 27, 2026 Church Family News Fall Retreat: Our fall retreat is coming up on October 16-18! We want you there! This is a great opportunity for your family to get away with the LEFC family and enjoy fellowship, teaching, and more. Registration is open! Find Your Place To Serve: Looking for a way to get more connected at church? Serving is a great way to meet people, build relationships, learn new skills, and discover…
Sunday, September 20, 2026 Church Family News Celebration Sunday: Today we are celebrating our 134rd birthday! After the service, we will be taking our annual church family photo together. Everyone is invited to be in the photo, but participation is completely optional. Every year, this family portrait is used in church publications, posted on the church’s social media and website, and gets hung on our history wall for future generations to view. After we get…
Sunday, September 13, 2026 Church Family News Roots Sermon Notes: Kids, be sure to pick up a sermon notes pamphlet and take notes, draw something you heard during the sermon, and mark down what made you laugh. And don’t forget to bring it tonight to LEFC Roots at 6:30pm. Pamphlets are available on the foyer tables. Family Discipleship Surveys: LEFC families, if you have a Family Discipleship Survey that you have not yet returned to…
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