FIVE HUNDRED YEARS AGO, in the autumn of 1517, a German monk named Martin Luther began what became known as the “reformation” of the church through the preaching and the singing of the Word. You might understandably think of Luther primarily as a theologian, or preacher, but he was also a focused and READ MORE
Tag: 2018
Meal Ministry
2018 Numbers: 8 Families Blessed | 50 Meals Provided Why does Evangel have a meal ministry? It is a tangible way to show Christ’s love by caring for people. Liesel Engelbrecht says, “I have often shared with others how our church family is a family, and a big part of that is because READ MORE
Interview: Phyllis Kik
God did that!” is a phrase I heard several times as I visited with Phyllis Kik this month. Phyllis has seen God’s hand in her life from an early age, and she shares stories of His glorious work in her life with the same joy and purpose as the beautiful, brightly colored flowers in her READ MORE
For God So Loved the World
A survey was conducted in a large suburban area concerning church attendance. Four primary reasons were given for not attending church: They always bug me for money. It’s boring, routine, predictable. It’s irrelevant; it doesn’t relate to my life. I always leave feeling guilty. There is a preoccupation with sin and the negative aspects READ MORE
Chicago-Style Dinner for Missions
SAVE THE DATE! Don’t miss this!! April 7 at 6 p.m. in the Evangel Fellowship Hall. We have a great opportunity for you to enjoy a wonderful Chicago-style meal together while supporting the 2018 Summer Missions trip. We are thrilled to be welcoming Rebekah King, our guest speaker. Rebekah is Executive Director of Hope Works READ MORE
Interview: Karen Southwick
By Kendi Fiscus Recently, I had the joy of sitting down for a visit with Karen Southwick. On a cold and icy day, visiting with Karen and Karl in their home felt warm and cozy – full of smiles and laughter, quiet reminiscing, and optimistic views of the future. Karen and Karl have been at READ MORE
Special Sunday School Guest
Sunday, February 25, we are welcoming Chuck Knowles, director of McAdams Academy, to share with us during Sunday School about the ministry of McAdams Academy, located here in Wichita. We look forward to learning about McAdams, and how we can support them and partner with them in ministry. From the McAdams’ website: McAdams Academy was READ MORE
Summer Missions Trip
It’s time to start preparing for our summer missions trip! Don’t miss informational meetings Sunday, February 18, and Sunday, February 25, immediately following the worship service. The 2018 short-term mission trip will be to partner with Living Hope PCA in Chicago. They host a six week, all-day neighborhood children’s camp and are in the process READ MORE