Promises, Promises
This week Pastor Jim Renke will be continuing our look at the Sermon on the Mount. In Matthew 5:31-37, Jesus calls us to complete integrity in our words, promises and actions. Let’s gather and worship the Lord who is a covenant-maker and keeper of his promises.
General Announcements
First hour:
4/12-5/17 Facets of Forgiveness, Melissa Younger. Dive deep as we define Biblical forgiveness, discuss approaches to conflict and anger, and discover how justice and reconciliation fit with forgiveness.
1) Defining Biblical Forgiveness
2) Forgiveness and Conflict
3) Forgiveness and Anger
4) Forgiveness and Justice
5) Forgiveness and Reconciliation
6) Tough Questions about Forgiveness
5/24 - Memorial Day weekend - no class
5/31 - Prayer
Happy Mother’s Day! Join us as we celebrate the women who have loved us.
Photo booth: Capture a special moment with family or someone who’s been like a mom to you.
Write a Card to Mom: Write a letter to your mom or a woman who has filled that role in your life. We have supplies and will mail it for you.We’ll also have an option to write a card in memory of a mom who is now with the Lord, entrusting those words as prayers to Him. Come celebrate & honor together.
And please pick up a small token of our appreciation in the back after the service.
Ladies! Summer is coming and that means Nights of Encouragement will soon be starting. Please mark your calendars for June 4 at Karen Flatebo‘s home, 7-8 PM. Our next date is July 23 at Yi Huang’s and then August 20 at Sarah Boburka’s. This is a great opportunity to invite a friend or neighbor.
VCL Men: Please mark your calendar for the men’s Fellowship & Prayer on Saturday, 5/16 at 7:45 am.
Missionary of the week: Please pray for Jeff & Karen Granger, CRU Military, this week.
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 sign up in the foyer and join us next Sunday, May 17 at noon. We look forward to a great time of fellowship!
Looking Ahead
Sun 5/17 Welcome Lunch Noon
Sun 5/31 Semiannual meeting Noon
Thu 6/4 Night of Encouragement 7:00 p.m.
Tue 6/9 Blood Drive 1-6 p.m.
Wed 6/10 Summer Talks 6:30 p.m.
Sun 6/14 Picnic Noon
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 May 2026
Last Week Year to Date
Actual Giving May 3, 2026………………………………… $11,662…………………….……..…. $145,847
General Fund Budget 2026 ………………..……………… $8,921…………………….………… $160,579
Variation to Budget………………………….….……………… $2,741 …………………….…..… ($14,732)
WORSHIP (LIVE-STREAMED)clicking here.
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