This Week | January 16 – 22, 2026
January 18 | Sacred Ceremonies – Part 2: Baptism, Romans 6:1-4 – Pastor Mark Pospisil
Synopsis: We are continuing our Sacred Ceremonies series by looking at baptism. Baptism and communion are two of the most important practices given to us by God Himself that point to a greater reality in the Lord. Baptism is a one-time event where you identify with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. You are declaring that Jesus is Lord of your life. Baptism is a way that you go public with your faith. It is an outward sign of an inward reality that you are following Jesus and belong to Him. Baptism is not a “rededication” of your life to the Lord rather it is a sign of your new life in Christ. It shows that you trust, hope and belong to God. There are a lot of different teachings when it comes to this practice and we are going to see what the Scriptures teach about the importance and significance of it and who should get baptized.
Fighter Verse: Romans 6:4 – We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.
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FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY | JAN 20
Change Your Money, Change Your Life. Apply God’s Word to your finances through practical, Biblical steps to help eliminate your debt, manage your money and spend and save wisely!
This 9-week course, facilitated by Eric & Nichole Husa, will be held Tuesday evenings in room 209 in the Upper Level of The Lakes Church from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. The cost is $80 per individual/couple.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY | JAN 22
Our Women’s Bible Study is a space to grow in God’s Word, connect with other women, and be encouraged in every season of life. This session, we will be studying The Way of Wisdom, a journey through the book of Proverbs that invites us to see God’s wisdom as the greatest treasure we can pursue.
We offer multiple options to join us:
Morning Study: 10:30am–12:00pm
Evening Study: 6:30pm–8:00pm
Zoom Option: 1:00pm
The cost for this study is $25 and is available to ladies 18 and older. In person study will be help in the upper level of the church on Thursdays.
GRIEFSHARE | JAN 24
Email Elaine Riedel at laneyact@hotmail.com for more information and to register.
SAVE THESE DATES NOW…
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A few more upcoming events to be aware of. More details to come, but for now, save these dates!:
Jan 20 – Financial Peace Launch
Jan 22 – Women’s Bible Study
Jan 24 – Theology Refresh
Jan 24 – GriefShare Launch
Jan 25 – Grandparent Group at 1pm
Jan 31-Feb 1 – SpringHill Camp
Feb 1 – Discovering The Lakes
Feb 2 – Transformation Ministry Launch
Feb 7 – Women’s Monthly Prayer Meeting
Feb 8 – Baptism
Core Ministries – Weekly Update
Jesus was gone, but the Helper He promised before ascending back to heaven was finally here! The Holy Spirit came to provide comfort, power, and help as God’s people went to share the message of the gospel! And we have access to all of these same things today!
EARLY CHILDHOOD – Early Childhood (Birth – Kindergarten) program available during the 9:30 and 11:15 Sunday services.
ELEMENTARY AGE (1st-5th grade) – Elementary age program available Sundays during the 9:30 and 11:15 services and Wednesday Kids Creek from 6:30-8pm during the school year!
INFANT AND TODDLER STORYTIME – Looking for a Christ-centered way to break up your day, and get to meet other Moms with Littles? Come check out The Lakes Children Infant & Toddler Story Time. Ages 4 and under. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10am-12pm in the upper level of the church.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP – Middle School students meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm in Lakes West (7150 Cooley Lake Rd, shared upper parking lot).
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP – High School students meet on Sundays from 6:30-8:30pm in Lakes West (7150 Cooley Lake Rd, shared upper parking lot).
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Spring Hill Camp | Jan 31-Feb 2 – Register Here
No High School Youth Group | Feb 2
MONDAY NIGHT YOUNG ADULT GROUP –Looking for community, purpose, and real connection? Join our Young Adult Ministry—a place to grow in faith, build friendships, and navigate life together. Whether you’re in college, starting your career, or figuring things out—we’ve got a seat for you! Ages 18 (post high school) through 29, join us on Mondays from 7:00-9:00pm. We meet weekly at Lakes West (7150 Cooley Lake Rd, shared upper parking lot). Email Ministry leader Dave Borowicz with any questions.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
OUR WEEKLY SERVICE is centered around music, prayer, Bible stories and simple life lessons. All ages and abilities are welcome to come and be free to be themselves while actively participating as a contributing member of an inclusive and loving faith community at The Lakes Church.
Monthly Prayer | Lakes Women meet for prayer the first Saturday of each month from 9:30am to 10:30am!
Quarterly “Chat-a-latte” gathering | Coffee/Tea & fellowship in the lower level Atrium
Seasonal Bible Studies | Our next study will begin in January, more information coming soon.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Winter Bible Study | Jan 22 – Register Here – Registration closes 1/18
Monthly Prayer Meeting | Feb 7
Weekly Men’s Bible Study
Saturdays at 8am in the upper level.
Tuesdays at 6:30am in the upper level.
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