Always Offer Love
This week, we’ll join one another in remembering Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. This led to his suffering and the cross. But as he walked toward the cross, he showed us extravagant love. His love is the source of our love for others. Pastor Jim Renke will lead us through Luke 23:26-43 and we will see the love that transforms the world.
General Announcements
Two New First Hour Classes starting April 7:
The Messiah in the Movies led by Sam & Miranda George. Can films reveal the true, hidden longings of humans for God?
Spiritual Disciplines led by Pastor Jim. Exploring the meaning and practices of various disciplines which encourage and guide us in spiritual growth.
VCL Youth Movie Night - Join us for a movie tonight 3.24 at 6:00 pm in the Great Room. We will be watching the animated classic The Prince of Egypt. Popcorn, snacks and drinks will be provided.
Good Friday/Tenebrae Service – March 29, 7:00 p.m. A beautiful, quiet, and somber service contemplating the passion and death of Jesus. Led with scripture and interspersed by the Village Voices in song, this service presents a good opportunity to invite family, friends, and neighbors who may hope to connect with Christ's journey to the cross. Because of the content and long periods of quiet reflection, this service may not be appropriate for all children.
Women’s Connections: Thursday morning Bible Study on the The Letters of John. 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 April 13, 9-11 am. Courage to Change. What encourages us to change? How does it happen? What can make a difference? We will look at three ways we are motivated to change. We will hear Miriam Englund’s story of love, courage and boldness that changed a life.
And ladies, SAVE the DATE for May 11, 9-11 am to hear a DRAMA PRESENTATION on Corrie ten Boom. Make it a part of your Mother’s Day Weekend plans.
Easter Sunday: We hope you are planning to join us on Easter for our service and baptisms at 10:30 a.m. We will not have any first hour classes for all ages at 9:00 a.m. on Easter Sunday.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Ian & Teri Rutter, France, this week.
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 March 2024
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving March 17, 2024………………………… $4,023……………………………$ 88,567
General Fund Budget 2024 …………………………… $10,164……………………………$ 111,802
Variation to Budget ………………………………………… ($6,141) …………………………($ 23,235)
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 3/24 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.