As we reflect on the lectionary texts this year I want to encourage you to read the texts we do not cover during our Sunday morning gatherings at home.
January 19, 2020
Isaiah 49:1-7
Psalm 40:1-11
1 Corinthians 1:1-9
John 1:29-42
January 26, 2020
Isaiah 9:1-4
Psalm 27:1, 4-9
1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Matthew 4:12-23
Hello, Church Family! During the worship service on Sunday, I shared some exciting news. Our staff at ECL will be growing! On January 8, Ashley Kinsel will join the staff for a part-time combination position, Director of Youth Ministry and Director of Operations.
Director of Youth Ministry
We have a growing youth ministry with some incredible youth ministry volunteers. Ashley will work around five hours a week to organize the youth ministry, invest in our adult leaders, and pour into our students.
Director of Operations
After participating in the listening exercises, it became clear that we needed a person to help create infrastructure and systems that will better allow us to meet our deep longings and our emerging futures. Ashley will spend approximately five hours a week providing vision, leadership, and structure for facilities management, communications, and hospitality.
New Preaching Series
On Sundays during January, we will pause our exploration of the lectionary texts to focus on the theme of discipleship. Pastor Coby and guests from our community will discuss four things we need to do as a community for us to better pursue discipleship at this time and in this place.
Youth Ministry
On January 19th, we are having a welcome party for the Kinsels at the Cagles' house. Parents and students are encouraged to attend. Siblings are welcome too! We will gather to eat and to get to know Ashley. Pizza will be provided.
As we reflect on the lectionary texts this year I want to encourage you to read the texts we do not cover during our Sunday morning gatherings at home.
January 5, 2020
Jeremiah 31:7-14
Psalm 147:12-20
Ephesians 1:3-14
John 1:(1-9), 10-18
January 12, 2020
Isaiah 42:1-9
Psalm 29
Acts 10:34-43
Matthew 3:13-17
Hello, Church Family!
When the sun goes down on December 24, we officially begin Christmastide, twelve days of celebrating the birth of Christ the Savior. We are going to kick it off with a big party at Ecclesia Clear Lake! I hope you can join us at 6:00 p.m. on that night for our annual Christmas Eve candlelight service and celebration. Invite your friends and family to join us as well. Childcare will be provided for children 3 and under. The service will be engaging for children young and old.
As we reflect on the lectionary texts this year I want to encourage you to read the texts we do not cover during our Sunday morning gatherings at home.
December 22, 2019
Isaiah 7:10-16
Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
Romans 1:1-7
Matthew 1:18-25
CHRISTMAS EVE
December 24, 2019
Isaiah 9:2-7
Psalm 96
Titus 2:11-14
Luke 2:1-14, (15-20)
December 29, 2019
Isaiah 63:7-9
Psalm 148
Hebrews 2:10-18
Matthew 2:13-23
Hello, Church Family!
We just entered into the season of Advent. Advent comes from the Latin word meaning "coming". It is a season where we as a church intentionally focus on expectant waiting and preparation. We join the global church in waiting to celebrate the birth of Christ. We also wait on and prepare for the return of Christ when all wrongs will be made right.
Though life can be lonely, painful, and extremely difficult, we wait with hope, peace, joy, and love because we know that God is in control. I hope you can join us on Sundays and Wednesdays during Advent as, together, we prepare our hearts and minds to celebrate the coming of Christ the Lord.
As we reflect on the lectionary texts this year I want to encourage you to read the texts we do not cover during our Sunday morning gatherings at home.
December 8, 2019
Isaiah 11:1-10
Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19
Romans 15:4-13
Matthew 3:1-12
December 15, 2019
Isaiah 35:1-10
Psalm 146:5-10
James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-11
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
We hope you, your family, and your friends can join us for our Christmas Eve candlelight service on December 24 at 6:00 p.m.
December Diaper Drive
Our friends at Anchor Point are in desperate need of large diapers and pull-ups (sizes 4, 5, and 6) to replenish their diaper pantry. Often times, when people donate to pregnancy centers, they automatically think about supporting children 12 months and younger. However, Anchor Point partners with parents until the child is 3 years old. Please donate diapers and pull-up sizes 4, 5, and 6 in the church lobby any time during the month of December.
Prayer Nights
Join us December 4, 11, and 18 to explore and experience different contemplative prayer practices. We will meet from 6 - 7 p.m. at our facility (218 Clear Creek Ave, 77573).