There are a lot of things competing for a congregation's attention, but the healthiest churches are relentlessly dedicated to three or four things. The simpler, the better. Those three or four things may be different for each church, but the power of focus on these defined areas creates congregational health.At CIL, we focus on...
There are quite a few exciting events happening at CIL this evening!At 6:00pm, Awana kicks off for the year. Bring your child(ren), ages 3 years old through 5th grade to explore God's Word. Pick-up time is at 7:30pm.Pastor Aaron and Pastor Deborah will be co-teaching Forward 102. This session covers basic Bible doctrine and spiritual disciplines. If you haven't taken Forward 102, what a great opportunity! If you have already taken it, but want a refresher and meet new people, then join us! We will have two sessions; 6:15 and 7:15 pm. Both classes will be meeting in The Living Room.From 6:30-7:45 pm ExitSeven youth will meet with Pastor Matt in the sanctuary. Bring your 6th-12th grader for a time of fellowship, praise, and prayer. ...
This has been an exciting month at CIL, as attendance and enthusiasm in every area has surged. I struggle with the balance between sharing good news about progress and walking in humility. As Paul wrote, "May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Galatians 4:14).Still, it is important for you to know that something special is happening at CIL. Perhaps you are on this e-mail list and you haven't attended CIL in quite some time. Come back and experience a loving atmosphere, passionate worship, thoughtful liturgy, and a strong sermon from the Bible. We aren't using gimmicks, celebrities, giveaways or mass marketing techniques. We just want to experience the presence of God and the Word of God with people who are in various places on their spiritual journey.Would you consider coming to CIL this Sunday at 9:00 or 10:45am? I'll be preaching a message from...