Stellar Vacation Bible School Wrap up
More than 40 kids had a blast learning how Jesus’ light shines brighter than the stars in our week-long Stellar Vacation Bible School. It took many wonderful volunteers to make this week the success that it was, and our heart-felt thanks go to all of them. Enjoy some pictures that highlight the fun everyone had […]
Synod Assembly 2023: RENEWED IN CHRIST
Synod Assembly 2023: RENEWED IN CHRIST Our Florida Bahamas Synod of the ELCA met in assembly in Orlando last week. Our two pastors, Chaplain Cindy Hershberger and Cindy Johnson were in attendance along with 206 active pastors, 239 retired pastors and 187 lay representatives. The theme for this year, Renewed in Christ, calls us to […]
Kestys Complete Medical Missionary Service in Rwanda
Cynthia and Ken Kesty recently completed two weeks of ophthalmology treatments for the people of Rwanda. They spent two weeks there, where with their team of 26 volunteers they saw 3,700 patients in total. Their days started early and were very busy, with the team serving about 250-300 people per day. Some of the things […]
Meet Our Newest Member!
Phyllis recently ‘officially’ joined the LCC family, but she’s been coming here for a while now. Her husband, Steve, has been a member for several years, and he in her to join him one Sunday after dating for almost a year. This led to her volunteering along with him and eventually getting married at LCC. “I’ve enjoyed […]
The Holly Carlson Children of the World Scholarship Fund
The Holly Carlson Children of the World Scholarship Fund is established to honor the legacy of Holly Carlson. Mrs. Carlson is passionate about educating all children. She has impacted the lives of thousands of families, teachers, and students throughout her tenure at LCCDS. Please join us in continuing her vision and purpose. LCCDS has partnered […]
LCC Welcomes Three New Members
The Lidberg-Markopolous FamilyMeet our family, Scott Lidberg, Sarah, Melina & Angelo Markopoulos. Scott was born in Texas, grew up in Minnesota, and moved to Florida permanently in 2018. He enjoys boating, golf, cooking, and spending time together as a family. Scott works in the sustainable building materials industry. Sarah was born & raised in Wisconsin, […]
Amazing Grace (Lehman)
LCC is pleased to honor our latest high school graduate, Grace Lehman. Grace recently graduated from St. Petersburg High School, International Baccalaureate Program.Grace has been “gracing us” here at LCC for many years. From doing yard work as a child as a Handy Helper, to participating in the Pack a Sack Program, she has also […]
LCC Has Two New Eagle Scouts
Our church has certainly been blessed by having two young men awarded the Eagle Scout honor within the past two years. Eagle Scout is the highest rank achievable in the Boy Scouts of America. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process. Requirements include […]
SPIRIT LIFE BIBLE STUDY
Paul’s letter to the Galatians focuses on what matters most for faith and our life as believers. A controversy had arisen because Jewish Christians who believed that all Christians needed to follow the Jewish “marker” laws (circumcision, dietary concerns, etc.) were trying to get gentile Christians to become fully Jewish. Paul forcefully argues that even […]
Contemporary Considerations
Contemporary Considerations Seven months ago, our church began an experimental worship experience in the Fellowship Hall. For lack of another name, it was called The Contemporary Service. This service has taken off quite well, but as with all things in life, perhaps it could use a little tweaking or retooling. So we would like to […]
