Writing a Story of Grace
This Sunday, we’ll gather to worship our Lord and celebrate the hope we have in him. His grace is at work all around us and we’ll sing, pray, and give in worship of our gracious Creator. Pastor Jim Renke will bring God’s Word in Genesis 4:11-26. We’ll see the two distinct paths of humanity and which offers true hope of life forever with God.
General Announcements
First Hour Class: “Navigating Today’s Issues”
For the months of June and July we are offering one class which will help us gain perspective on approaching some of today’s most vital issues and concerns. Come for a panel presentation and discussion - as we learn to walk together in a complicated world. The schedule:
July 21 Materialism/Consumerism
July 28 Christians and War
VCL Youth– There is no youth group this week. We will see you on 08.04 for our college discussion.
Being Christian in College – Join us for a panel discussion and luncheon after church on 08.04 on navigating the college experience as a Christian, whether at a secular or Christian college.This event is open to all youth, their families, grandparents, or anyone who knows someone that might benefit from this discussion. Please RSVP to zmvanvli@tiu.edu with number attending to make sure we have enough food for everyone.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Mark & Brenda Brown, Kansas, this week.
Coming up: Ministry Team Leadership meeting. Saturday, August 10, 10am to noon! Please come and share your ideas and how we can support each other. RSVP to Pastor Jim at jimrenke@evcl.org .
Ladies: We have a summer missions project! TEDS Clothes Horse is collecting kitchen items such as: measuring cups & spoons, basic blenders, toasters, tea & coffee pots, fry pans, toilet paper, paper towels, wooden spoons, silicon spatulas. We are collecting your donations at our north entry from 6/30 to 8/11. Thank you!
Save the date! All ladies are invited to a Hobbit themed baby shower for Rebekah Just & her halfling on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10 a.m. Details to follow in coming weeks.
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
Financial update: normal operating income & expenses (excludes designated giving, major maintenance & capital spending)
June YTD June
Normal Operations Actual Budget Variance Actual Budget Variance
General Cont. & Int. 31,480 44,043 (12,563) 226,220 264,260 (38,040)
Expenses 29,263 41,710 (12,447) 194,997 250,258 (55,261)
Surplus/Deficit 2,217 2,333 (116) 31,223 14,002 17,221
General Fund Giving for July 2024
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving July 14, 2024………………………………$6,008…………………………… $241,373
General Fund Budget 2024 …………………………… $ 10,164 ……………………………$284,588
Variation to Budget …………………………………………($4,156) ……………………………($43,215)
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 7/21 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.