Faith in Community
This morning, Pastor Jim Renke will wrap up our time in Hebrews with a look at one of the best benedictions of Scripture. Hebrews 13:20-22 compels us to want and pursue The Blessed Life that God promises those who know him. We pray that our time around the Table will be part of stepping into the richness of his blessings.
General Announcements
First Hour - Brothers, Loved by God Brotherhood weaves through Genesis and describes the Church now. Explore what being brothers and sisters means throughout the Bible and how brotherhood impacts your connections with family, fellow Christians, and the global church.
Women’s Bible Study: All women are welcome to our weekly Bible Study on Thursdays from 9:30-11 a.m. This fall we’re studying the theme of Jesus in the Old Testament using the book The Christ Key: Unlocking the Centrality of Christ in the Old Testament by Chad Bird. We’ll learn how consistent Scripture is in its revelation of Jesus as Messiah. Babysitting is provided. Questions: Carol Marshall carolsings3@comcast.net
Clothed with a Towel. In a small gathering around a table, Jesus took a towel and washed His disciples’ feet. In this humble act, Jesus showed His closest friends how to serve. Ladies, you are invited to our November 8th Saturday Gathering 9-11 am in the Great Room. We will hear from our Care Ministry Team in the ways they care for our church family. We will have the opportunity to deepen our understanding of serving others. RSVP to Karen Kissinger 847-223-5948 or sign up on the green welcome card.
Virtual Prayer Gathering: This Tuesday night, 11/4, 7 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.
Village Voices is around the corner and the sign up sheet is out! Please sign up today if you think you might be interested. We are excited to be together and sing once again! This year’s Village Voices will be directed by Jonathan Hidalgo. First rehearsal is 11/9 at 12:15 p.m. If you have any questions, please email Drew at drewyounger@evcl.org.
Samaritan’s Purse: We will be collecting your shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child here at church through November 16th. Or you can give online.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Jared & Tammy Smith, US Navy, Everett, WA, this week.
Thank you to the Elders and many members of VCL who gave Kris and I words and cards of thanks last month, in honor of Pastor’s Appreciation. I want you all to know that it is our joy to serve you here. We love the church of Jesus and find it an honor to work alongside you. I want to share my appreciation to our staff. Jan, Seth, and Drew (along with our volunteers) all work tirelessly to serve well, and I know I enjoy the fruit of their labors. God bless each of you and I thank God for the gifts he’s given you. Pastor Jim
Strings of Brilliance: An evening with Masha Lakisova & Yali Levy Schwartz. November 16 at 6:30 p.m. EventBrite Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strings-of-brilliance-an-evening-with-masha-lakisova-yali-levy-schwartz-tickets-1766747000839?aff=oddtdtcreator
Please call or email the church office if you are interested in helping host the dessert in the Great Room after the concert. Thank you!
Love INC: On Saturday, 11/8, 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.
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 October 2025
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving October 26, 2025………………………………..…$6,161 …………………….……..….. $370,635
General Fund Budget 2025 ………………..…………………………9,079……………….……….…………$390,399
Variation to Budget …………………………………..….…….….…($2,918) ……………………..….…..… ($19,764)
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 11/2 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.