One Light in the Darkness
This Sunday, as we gather, Pastor Jim Renke will be leading us through Genesis 6. This well-known story of Noah points us to a God who graciously cleanses from sin and offers us a covenant of hope. Join us in person, or online.
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 28 Christians and War
No First Hour Classes in August.
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 Sarah Esau, France, 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!
And ladies, be sure and mark your calendar Monday, August 5 for our next night of encouragement 7-8 pm. Pick up a postcard on the information desk and invite a friend!
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.
VCL Men : Please mark your calendar for the Men’s Fellowship & Prayer on Saturday August 3 at 8:00 a.m.
Children’s Ministry Volunteers: We appreciate you a WAFFLE LOT! Save the date for an appreciation breakfast Sunday, August 25 9-10:15 in the great room. More details to come. For more information contact Karen Kissinger 847-223-5948.
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
Genl Contrib & 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 21, 2024………………………………$10,077…………………………… $252,349
General Fund Budget 2024 …………………………… $ 10,164 …………………………… $294,752
Variation to Budget …………………………………………… ($87) ……………………………($42,403)
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 7/28 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.