God Meets Us in the Cave of Fear
When we step into spiritual battles, it can be a real challenge to stay strong and keep moving forward. In those moments when fear drains us, God meets us and restores us in his restorative care. He has more for us, if we will rest in his love and seek his strength body and soul. Pastor Jim Renke will lead us through 1 Kings 19:1-9.
General Announcements
First hour schedule:
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
Love INC: On Saturday, 2/14, 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.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Jeff & Karen Granger, CRU Military, this week.
VCL Blood Drive. Our next Red Cross blood drive is Monday, February 16. Please give if you are able. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes from1-6 p.m. Sign up at redcross.org. Volunteers needed to host people as they come to donate. Please call or email the church office to help out.
Ash Wednesday, February 18, 7 p.m. We will mark this first day of Lent with a reflection from Carlos Pita and the imposition of ashes as a sign of our repentance.
Women of VCL: You’re all invited to our Bible Study on Thursdays, 930-11 a.m. We’re studying the book of Ephesians. Please plan to join us as we dig into scripture and pray for one another. Childcare provided. Any questions contact Carol Marshall, carolsings3@comcast.net or 847-274-9900. Hope to see you there!
Valentine’s Saturday Gathering. Wearing God’s Abundant Grace. February 14, 9-11 a.m. in the Great Room. Ladies, you are invited to join us for a fun filled morning with heartfelt activities, table conversations and to hear guest presenter, Pastor Jim Renke. RSVP with Karen Kissinger or the church office.
Looking Ahead
Sat 2/14 Women’s Saturday Gathering 9:00 a.m.
Mon 2/16 Red Cross Blood Drive 1 - 6 p.m.
Wed 2/18 Ash Wednesday Service 7:00 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 February 2026
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving February 1, 2026……………………………$10,090…………………….……..….$43,464
General Fund Budget 2026 ………………..………………… $8,921…………………….…………$44,605
Variation to Budget ………………………….….………………… $1,169 …………………….…..… ($1,141)
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 2/8 at 10:30 AM. You can access it any time by clicking here.