Have a Mary Christmas
This morning, we’ll be worshiping around the Table. We’ll celebrate the Lord’s presence and work of salvation. Pastor Jim Renke will also get us into our Advent Series: “Have a Mary Christmas!” This week we’ll be looking at Luke 1. In Mary’s response to Gabriel’s announcement, she demonstrates her desire for God to do what he wants to do. If we don’t desire God’s will first and foremost, we’re not ready for Christmas.
General Announcements
First Hour: We have two classes. The first led by Jim Stamoolis: “How to Read the Bible with Understanding.” And the second led by Pastor Jim going through Dallas Willard’s book: “The Divine Conspiracy.” Next Sunday, December 15, we will have a combined prayer time. No first hour classes until January 12.
Women’s Saturday Gathering December 14, 9-11 a.m.
RESTED and RESTORED Be STILL and Know I am God. Ladies, join us for a special presentation from Sarah VanDerlip, Director of Informed Choices. We will experience the deep love of God as we talk about how “A Baby Changes Everything.”
We also have an opportunity to fill a manger starting December 1-14 with baby items for new moms. (Baby wipes, lotion, shampoo, diaper cream, infant baby diapers & onesies & newborn hygiene kits) For more info see Karen Kissinger.
Ministry Opportunity: On Saturday, 12/14, we have an opportunity to help those in need with furniture deliveries and pickups. We meet at Love INC at 8am-noon to load the trucks. Those who are able, please contact Ernie Brandt at coachb1925@aol.com or 224-217-1966. The address is 339 Lakewood Ave. in Waukegan.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Heidi Ramer, Australia, this week.
Looking ahead:
12/17 Virtual Prayer
12/21 Men’s Fellowship
12/24 Christmas Eve Service
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 2024
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving December 1, 2024………………………$9,478………………………………$399,063
General Fund Budget 2024 ………………………………$10,164 …………………………… $487,865
Variation to Budget …………………………………………… ($677) ……………………………($88,802)
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 12/8 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.