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During the spring of 2018 the Le Roy Christian Church in response to some consulting work done by the Unstuck Group, unleashed a community wide initiative - . We started with mis-sion and vision statements and a 6-week vision roll-out series to unpack the impact. We wanted to be more than a church that just opens up its doors on Sunday mornings. We desired to not just pla-cate the preferences of our members, but to reach into our community and let Jesus draw the lost in. We pledged to not only welcome them, but to point them to Christ and encourage their families in the Lord. We know the amazing blessings God showers down onto His people and we don’t want an-yone to miss out. Our goal was to become a truly irresistible church; not because of us, but because of Him.
We discovered that history records famous people made an impact through the centuries, but none as influential as the impact Jesus made. He changed the entire planet and the world has never been the same since. He also encouraged us to be his ambassadors in the world today. We learned and discussed why we should be intentional in our quest to make an impact. We saw how meaningful our impact could be if we stayed culturally relevant. We challenged each other to be present for neighbors, guests and colleagues. We encouraged all of us to be available to meet the needs of those around us and to spend quality time with them. We want our focus to help connect people to Jesus! And we understand to transform into the likeness of Christ is our goal and to point others to Him so they can experience transformation too!
Intentional + Meaningful + Present + Available + Connect + Transform = !
That may sound good. It may look good on paper. You may have even been in attendance when one or more of those parts of the vision were discussed. Some immediately took it to heart and began looking for ways to make an impact. Others waited and jumped on board when our church did pro-jects to make an impact. However, several of us never got out of the starting gate. We think we agreed with the premise, but just never did anything about it.
We’d like to see that change in 2019-20. We’d like to see all of LCC change this year. Wasn’t trans-form one of the parts of the vision? Our intent [wasn’t intentional the first step in the vision?] this year is to help you personalize the vision. Our goal is to make the your personal mission, not just your mission statement. Our dream and prayer is that you get so inspired you are impacting the 61752 on a regular basis not waiting to see what LCC does next! One of the best ways to gear up for making an impact is by getting in a small group. Call the church today & sign-up for a group! God bless you as you strive to make an IMPACT for Him in the 61752!
Jeff Mayfield - Senior Minister [email protected]
Whoa! I can’t believe it’s almost October! When I talk to 8th graders about making the transition into high school, I almost always tell them “time will seem to go faster.” It’s true and I haven’t hit a stage in life yet where it seems to get any better. It just keeps getting faster. I have a daily reminder of how quickly time flies when I get my kids out of bed and see how much they seem to have grown overnight. The school year is clicking by and even some sports seasons are starting into their final halves. The Children’s Minis-tries and Youth Ministries are off to good starts with good things coming up on the hori-zon. As we get ready for fall events and trips, I’d appreciate your prayers as many of those who attend these will people from our community. We’ll likely see some of them for the first time since VBS, so hopefully we’ll be able to make some lasting impression on our guests that will help them make a decision to join us a little more regularly. Hope-fully, your family is settling into the fall season nicely. I’d encourage you to make a point to join us for our Fall Harvest Party or talk to me about making a trip to KC this fall. Whatever your plans are for the fall, I hope you’ll join us for the activities we have going on throughout the week. Enjoy these cooler moments. They’ll pass by quickly.
It’s a busy time around here! I’m heading to Colorado for a youth minister’s retreat first week of October. On Oct. 11th, there’s a group heading for Chi-town for the Orange Tour. If you’re a Small Group Leader, serve in Children’s Church or Wee Worship, and would like to attend with us, contact me ASAP!! It’s a great day! Cornerstone Christian Academy hosts the Christian College Fair on Monday, October 21st. Most of the region’s Christian colleges and universities will be represented. If your teen is interested in going, please let me know. 7th and 8th graders…the Forge is for you! Lincoln Christian University hosts this Jr. High retreat weekend on their campus. Awesome music, big games, and pizza await you. Get registered by October 13th. The Fall Harvest Party will be Oct. 31st from 6-8 pm. We’re collecting candy in the Fellowship Hall. Spread the word! Finally, the Stu-dent International Conference on Missions joins ICOM again in Kansas City on Novem-ber 14th - 17th. If you’re interested in going, please contact Joe ASAP!
Joe Willis - Associate/Youth Minister - [email protected]
Exercise Class: M, W, F from 8:00 am - 9:00 am in the Kid’s Wing.
Monday Night Bible Study: Mondays @ 7:00 pm at the church.
Tuesday’s with Tom: Tuesdays @ 9:00 am in the Fellowship Hall.
Prayer Team Meeting: 10/3 @ 11:30 am in the Communication Office.
Blood Pressure Checks: 10/13 from 9:00 am - 10:30 am in the Fellowship Hall.
Leadership Development Training: 10/13 @ 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Servant Leaders Meeting: 10/13 @ 7:00 pm.
Choir Practice: Christmas Cantata practice Sundays @ 6:00 pm in the Auditorium.
Missions Team: 10/22 @ 7:00 pm.
Senior Saint’s Day at Little Galilee: Saturday, October 23rd @ 8:30 am.
Senior Saints Cookout at the Hubbles: Saturday, October 19th from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
Fall Harvest Party: Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the church.
Jr./Sr. High Youth Group: Sundays @ 6:00 pm in the Ark. Christian College Fair: Monday, October 21st from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Cornerstone.
Jr. High Forge Conference: October 25th - 26th @ Lincoln Christian University. Student International Conference on Missions: November 14th - 17th in Kansas City.
The next Area Men’s Fellowship meeting will take place at Saybrook Christian Church on Tuesday, October 1st at 6:30 pm.
Menu: Ham loaf, baked potato, green beans, coleslaw, rolls, pies and drinks.
The church van leaves the parking lot for these events at 5:45 pm. A free will offering will be taken to benefit Little Galilee Christian Camp.
Wed. Night Meals @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm, See info board in foyer for meals/sign-up info.
J.A.M.(Jesus And Me) - Program for ages 3 thru 3rd graders @ 6:30 pm in Kid’s Wing.
BreakPoint - Program for 4th thru 6th graders from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm in the Ark.
Bible Studies @ 6:30 pm.
Sermon Led Bible Study: Meets in Church Auditorium.
Daughters of the King: Meets in Large Office Classroom.
Women of the Word: Meets in Sr. Minister’s Office.
: 8:00 am & 10:30 am.
9:15 am - Sunday School Hour.
Listen to Worship messages on our website: www.LeRoyChristianChurch.org
Wednesday, October 16th @ Noon.
E-mail: [email protected] or call Joey at (309) 962-6491.
Thanks to those who have been bringing in stamped envelopes. We encourage more to join us as we make a difference in the lives of children we will probably never see on this side of Heaven! The number of donated stamped envelopes has increased since we started collect-ing at LCC last year. We are anxious to see that trend continue through 2019 as more people learn of this unique ministry that costs you nothing to be involved but has eternal rewards!
You can contribute to this cause by donating your stamps in the silver tray located on the main desk in the church office. Thank you for supporting this on-going ministry!
Le Roy Christian Church continues its part in the prayer initiative “One Church, One Day”. The initiative focuses on specifically praying for the communities of McLean County.
We ask you to join us in committing to praying for the communities of McLean County on the first Saturday of each month. Please be praying for our county government, schools, com-munities and churches. Prayer is a powerful tool that we need more today than ever before!
Reminders and prayer guides will be emailed to those on our e-mail list prior to each month’s event. If you are not receiving informational e-mails from the church,
please contact the office. Phone: (309) 962-6491.
This year’s Fall Harvest Party will take place on Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the church. Join us for candy, food, a carica-turist, face painter and lots of fun! There is a tub in the Fellowship Hall that is designated for candy donations. Thank you in advance for your
continuous support of this annual outreach program! RSVP and Share on Facebook!
We have begun our distribution and collection of this year’s Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes. We will collect boxes through November
17th. Boxes are available for pick-up in the Fellowship Hall. Please help us in showing Christ’s love to children all around the world this Christ-
mas season by packing an OCC shoe box! Details on packing and gift ideas are available on the table display in the Fellowship Hall.
Prayer concerns are published monthly with weekly updates via e-mail. You may submit prayer requests by calling the office or by e-mailing our Prayer Team.
Subscribers will receive prayer requests as they are received in the office. To subscribe to the e-prayer chain or to submit requests, please e-mail:
We pray for: Our President, Government & World Leaders, Our Church, Sister Churches, Missions, the Lost, Military Personnel, Kingdom workers, Little Galilee, those traveling away from home and…
Hospitalization/Surgery/Tests: Pat Perkins (surgery), Deb Wilson (tests).
Healing: Pat Miller, Stacey Zimmerman, Dwayne & Donna Bell West, Jaydon Allison, Ed Boyle, Den-ny & Linda Fosen, Kay Mitchell, Dick West, Marcia West, Aaron Randall, Walden Norfleet, Ralph Burge, Carol Hamilton, Rose Marie Brickey, Mike Quinn, John Moyer, Bill Marksteiner, Mary Lavey, Debbie Martin, Carole Grimes, Danielle Miller, Nellie Henry, Peggy Kennedy, Lyman Veach, Lillie Duffie, Esther Kumler, B.J. Poindexter, Anne Stephens and Lucille Miller.
Healing from Cancer: Marge Builta, Dee Vowel, Pat Miller, Mary Watson, Vicki Marshall, Janice Harden, Rich Robbins, Kathy Segerstrom, Junior Bernard, Don Poindexter, Deb Wilson, Karen White, Lacy Anderson, Mike Miller, Joyce Wilson, Bob Rafferty, Bryan Reynolds, Roberta Fuller, Emma Bur-bank and all who need healing from cancer.
Expecting: Sara & Ben Brickey, Ashley Albert and Mitchel & Kayla Brannock.
Loss of Loved Ones: The family of Janet Hudson.
Do you shop on Amazon? Shop through Amazon Smile and designate “Leroy Christian Church” as your charitable support organization. Amazon Smile is the same site only the church receives
a portion of all sale purchases made in your order. https://smile.amazon.com
Monday nights from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall at 603 S. East Street. Entrance is
behind the church building. Donations can be dropped off at the church office. Pantry volunteers serve from 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm on Monday evenings. To volunteer, please sign-up in the foyer.
Dear friends at Le Roy, Thank you for an amazing time of reunion. We are so grateful for your love and partnership.
Thank you for your generous spirits and how you demonstrated God’s love to us. - Love, David & Teresa Fittro.
Please contact the office if you plan to use building space.
The church database and scheduling is coordinated through this online resource.
Visit Planning Center’s website or download the app on your mobile device to view and manage your volunteer schedule on the go. Android App | The App Store
Do you pay bills online? Don’t have your wallet or offering envelope handy?
Online giving is available via our website! Visit www.LCCgive.org
Monday - Thursday 8:30 am to 2:00 pm
