You know that feeling when you start something new? A new job, a project, an activity - there's anticipation, as well as perhaps some level of trepidation. One of the factors that can make a difference for you is to know you have the tools you'll need for this new experience: you're prepared. That's what we do in the Back to School Blessing, we provide the tools a student needs to walk into school the first day feeling prepared. ...
One of the most precious moments in a community of faith is when our worship service includes water baptism and we join in to celebrate with a believer who is making a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ.Baptism is a symbol of belief in Jesus, an outward expression reflecting the inner acceptance of the gift of salvation. When participating in water baptism, you are not only demonstrating your commitment to your new life in Christ but also providing a witness to others just as Jesus did for us (Matthew 3:16). Sunday, August 2nd, is the date of the next water baptism services at CIL. If you would like more information about baptism or would like to be baptized please let us know and a member of our baptism team will contact you with information about the next steps. ...
Things I am praying about right now. Will you join me?- Camp Blast. Our rising 3 - 6 graders will go away the weekend of July 17-19. An important weekend! - For God's perfect love and truth to both be present in the lives of Christians.- The Costa Rica Mission Team that is leaving Friday. Proud of these adults!- Revival for lukewarm Christians.- A praying church. -My sermon this Sunday called, God Is First. - New growth in attendance, salvation and maturity this August, when we re-gather from summer activities. - A record youth attendance and salvation on the August 26th youth outreach service. - My personal holiness and passion for God. ...