Keep Seeking Him
This Sunday we have the joy of ending our year by worshiping our Lord together. We will enjoy some time to reflect on God’s faithfulness and be spiritually strengthened for the new year ahead. Pastor Jim Renke will be preaching from 2 Chronicles 14-16. The story of King Asa is a reminder to all of us to finish with an active dependence on the Lord, so we might enjoy the benefits of his presence with us.
General Announcements
First Hour: On January 7 we will have a combined class and Heidi Ramer will be with us during the First Hour to share about her ministry in Australia.
First Hour Class beginning January 14. Sent: Living a Life That Invites Others to Jesus, by Heather and Ashley Holleman. Plan to join Carol Marshall & Miranda George as we read this book together and encourage one another in the journey of sharing our faith in Christ. Evangelism may be intimidating to many of us but the good news of the gospel can be shared in everyday life with practical strategies. We assure you that Sent will energize for this essential Kingdom work. Books will be available in advance ($15) and class members will read one chapter per week with discussion questions.
VCL Youth- There will be no youth group today 12.31. The next meeting will be held on 1/7 at 6:00 PM. We’ll see you next year!
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Mosaic House, North Chicago, this week.
Virtual Prayer Gathering: This Tuesday night, 1/2, at 7:00 pm, we’ll be gathering on Zoom for our prayer meeting. Come join us for a meaningful time of prayer—all from the comfort of your own living room. Zoom details to follow via email. If you have a prayer request or an update, please send it to office@evcl.org.
VCL Men : Please mark your calendar for the Men’s Prayer Breakfast on Saturday January 6 at 8:00 a.m.
Women’s Connections: Thursday morning Bible Study on the Psalms will be resuming January 11. Please join us from 9:30-11 a.m. If you have questions contact Carol Marshall.
Ladies: We invite you to our next Saturday Gathering on January 13th at 9 to 11 a.m. Courage to Change. What encourages us to change? How does it happen? What can make difference? We will look at three ways we are motivated to change. Join us to hear Miriam England 's story of love, courage and boldness that changed a life.
All ladies are invited to a 'berry' special baby shower for Shannon Renke & daughter on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 10am. Link to Evite:
http://evite.me/8aWSHZajp7. Questions or to RSVP please call Chrissi Wall 847-830-2234. Shannon is registered at babylist.com.
What goes up must come down! Please join us on MONDAY, January 8 at 6:30 p.m. as we take down and store the Christmas decorations.
A big thank you to all of you who made Christmas cookies for the welcome center this year!
Giving & Financial Update
It’s important that we continue to embody our trust in the Lord’s provision through faithful, sacrificial giving. Please visit http://evcl.org/give/ and make your offering as an intentional act of faith.
Although online giving is available, you may also write and mail your checks to Village Church of Lincolnshire, 201 Riverwoods Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
General Fund Giving for December 2023
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving December 24, 2023………………… $20,528………………………… $ 538,758
General Fund Budget 2023 ……………………………… $11,707 ……………………… $ 608,647
Variation to Budget ………………………………………… $8,821 ………………………… ($68,889)
WORSHIP (LIVE-STREAMED)
Please download today’s Order of Worship. Sermon notes included with Order of Worship.
This Sunday’s stream will be available on 12/31 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.