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Message from Billy – March 27, 2020
Isolation and Insulation These terms have become a reality for us in these remarkably unusual days. In our B.C. (Before COVID-19) existence, we were all so busy with constant demands. We filled our lives with non-stop reasons to have fun. We spent our days accumulating all the stuff of life, then spent our nights constantly thinking of ways to insulate and protect it. We could only dream of an isolated retreat where we could all get away from the rat…
Generosity in a Time of Fear
This week the Bible Project, like many other organizations, created some content for families to start gospel conversations at home. It included a short video, some Bible readings, and some discussion questions—and overall, it was quite good. What struck me was the topic. The first topic that they chose, in response to a pandemic sweeping into the United States and across the world, was generosity. This might seem minor in comparison to God’s sovereignty, His power, or our faith, but…
A Note to Parents
As a result of our nation’s response to the virus outbreak, children have been transformed into homeschooling students and parents have been transformed into teachers overnight. So how is #Homeschool2020 going in your home? I have heard reports that in isolated cases, students have been expelled, and teachers have been caught drinking on the job! It is OK. The beginning may be rough, but hang in there, parents! I am a parent, too. As with everything else in life, things…
A LifeGroup Update
Several Sundays ago, before the Stay At Home order, I began to introduce to you a community group ministry called LifeGroups. LifeGroups is very simply a place where believers at LifeWay live closely with one another. It is an intimate community group. As you probably guessed, much like everything else at LifeWay, the launch date of LifeGroups is on hold until God gives us the “all clear” to proceed. But even though LifeGroups is delayed, this does not mean I…
KidVenture Update – March 24, 2020
Hello, KidVenture kids and parents! I hope you are all enjoying time at home together. Since we aren’t getting together for KidVenture, here are a few things you can check out during the week to keep digging into the Bible, and a few resources you may find helpful. THIS WEEK IN KIDVENTURE This week, we will check out Luke 15. In this chapter Jesus tells three parables. A parable is a story that teaches us something about God. Here is…
Message from Billy – March 24, 2020
Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” — Psalm 91:1-2 On Sunday, March 22, we held our first-ever live-streamed service. Many of you joined in live, and I hope that it was encouraging to you. I must thank Kevin P once again for working so hard on this project last week. I also thank Brad Tucker, Jeremy Trivelas, Alvin Lin, and Rachel…
Service plans on March 15
This coming Sunday, March 15, the church will be open. We are a people led by the Holy Spirit to pray for and stand with each other and to pray for the lost and searching in the world. That is exactly what we are going to do. We want no one to feel pressured to interact, but for those who choose to attend, we will offer the usual two services at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with these changes: Multiply!…
Scheduling updates from Pastor Billy – March 13
Part 1: Current Plan for LifeWay Events Sunday services This coming Sunday, March 15, the church will be open. We are a people led by the Holy Spirit to pray for and stand with each other and to pray for the lost and searching in the world. That is exactly what we are going to do. We want no one to feel pressured to interact, but for those who choose to attend, we will offer the usual two services at…
A Word of Encouragement from Pastor Billy
Dear LifeWay Family, I find it interesting that our winter series through Acts 8-15 was all about “uncharted territory.” The early church was faced with challenges that were theological in nature, and that involved the upheaval of social structure. The early church in Jerusalem was at first a “happy and comfortable place” (see Acts 2:42-47 & 4:32-37), but overnight, their comfort was radically destroyed when Stephen, one of their deacons, was stoned to death. How did the church react? They ran…
March 6 — Coronavirus, Continued: An Update
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you by my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 Earlier this week, I told you that we would communicate any new updates and responses that we have as a church family. Important perspective about concerns, anxiety and fear As Christians we must face the reality, the unknowns, and the fear of coronavirus with faith in…
March 3 – A Letter to the Church Regarding the Coronavirus
Dear LifeWay Church Family, We have all been bombarded by the news and events of the coronavirus, which is not only around the world, but obviously right here among us. I know this is of great concern to our community, and to many of you as well — rightly so. The church staff team met on Monday, March 2, to discuss what we felt was the most prudent way to address this illness in light of upcoming church events. Here is…
Christmas Eve Services
Come join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ! Christmas Eve Services: Saturday 7:00pm Sunday 5, 7, & 11pm Get directions
Summer Camps 2017
Looking for something exciting to do this summer? LifeWay has camps for almost any age and interest. Galactic Starveyors Sports Camp Arts Camp Youth Camp
Easter Services
Come join us as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ! Easter Services: Saturday 6:00pm Sunday 9 & 10:45am Get directions
It.Is.Finished
Come worship with us on Good Friday as we remember Jesus’ incredible sacrifice. Good Friday service begins at 7:30pm. Get directions