When Angels Sing of Sacrifice
On this morning before Christmas, we will long for the life of Christ in us. Pastor Jim Renke will lead us through Revelation 5:9-14. Jesus came to glory through his role as the Lamb of God. And in that role, he showed himself worthy to rule and reign over God’s Kingdom. Let’s join with the angels in singing of his glory and living in the joy of what he’s done for us.
General Announcements
First hour schedule:
11/30-12/28 No first hour
1/4-1/25 Evangelism, David Gustafson (TEDS)
2/1 Prayer
2/8-3/1 Atonement, Pastor Jim
3/8-3/22 Revelation, Dana Harris
3/29 Palm Sunday, no class
4/5 Easter, no class
4/12-5/17 Forgiveness, Melissa Younger
5/24 Memorial Day, no class
5/31 Prayer
2025 giving reminder: To have your contributions included in 2025, please put them in the offering plate or drop them off at the church office on or before 12/31/25. If mailed make sure they are postmarked on or before 12/31/25. This includes both regular donations and Completing the Call gifts. VCL does accept stock transfers—please contact Dave Papritz for the necessary form.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Ian and Teri Rutter, France, this week.
Come all ye Faithful! Our Christmas Eve Service is on Wednesday, 12/24 at 5:00 pm. One and all are welcome to join us for carol singing and worship during this candlelight service.
We’re hosting another Welcome Lunch for all who would like an introduction to Village Church and an overview of our ministries, you’re invited to join us, January 11 at noon. We look forward to a great time of fellowship!
Membership: If God is making VCL your church home, we encourage you to pray about church membership. We are having membership classes on January 7 and 21 at 6:30-8:00 p.m. Please email Pastor Jim at jimrenke@evcl.org or indicate on the green Welcome Card that you plan to attend. Thank you.
Saturday Gathering January 10, 9 to 11 a.m.
Ladies-come join us in Wearing the Armor God. We will share around the table through conversation and activities. Our focus will be on SPREADING the Good News. TRUSTING in God’s Word and PROTECTING our mind, soul and heart with His Righteousness. You won’t want to miss it! RSVP with Karen Kissinger.
Looking Ahead
Wed 12/24 Christmas Eve Service 5:00 p.m.
Wed 1/7 First Membership Class 6:30 p.m.
Thu 1/10 Women’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m.
Sun 1/11 Welcome Lunch 12:00 p.m.
Sun 1/18 Annual Congregational Meeting 6:00 p.m.
Wed 1/21 Second Membership Class 6:30 p.m.
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 2025
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving December 14, 2025……………………………… $5,771 …………………….……..…. $414,912
General Fund Budget 2025 ………………..…………………………9,079……………….……….…………$453,953
Variation to Budget …………………………….….………..….……($3,308) ………………………….…..… ($39,041)
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 12/21 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.