This Week | December 26, 2025 – January 1, 2026
December 28 | Yolk Up, Matthew 11:28-30 – Pastor Chris Clark
Synopsis: Coming to the end of the holidays—not to mention the year itself—it is not uncommon to be tired. Fatigued. And, reflecting on the year about to end, maybe even discouraged. Much of that fatigue, however, may be self-inflicted. We are trying to do too much; and too often, in our own strength, for our own purposes, to fulfill our own self-centered desires. Jesus, however, offers a much simpler, better way. In Matthew 11:28-30, we will discover that simpler and better way and the steps we need to take in order to experience it.
Fighter Verse: Matthew 11:29 – Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
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Q&A | JAN 11
Stick around after the third service for a Q&A time with Pastor Mark. This is a great opportunity to ask questions about the message, faith, or anything you’ve been wondering about. Pastor Mark will take time to share insights, dive a little deeper into Scripture, and have real conversations about life and faith. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow together!
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.
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!:
Dec 31 – High School New Years Eve Party
Jan 8 – Rooted
Jan 10 – Hope for Parents of Prodigals
Jan 11 – Q&A after third service
Jan 18 – 15 Year Anniversary Service
Jan 20 – Financial Peace Launch
Jan 22 – Women’s Bible Study – Registration coming soon
Jan 24 – Theology Refresh
Jan 24 – GriefShare Launch
Jan 25 – Discovering The Lakes
Jan 31-Feb 1 – SpringHill Camp
Core Ministries – Weekly Update
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:
Christmas Eve | Children’s church for Birth – 4. Ages 5+ are invited to worship with their families in the Worship Center – RSVP here
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:
Middle School | On break until Jan 7
High School | December 31 – New Years Eve Party
Spring Hill Camp | Jan 31-Feb 2 – Register Here
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 – registration coming soon
Weekly Men’s Bible Study
Saturdays at 8am in the upper level.
Tuesdays at 6:30am in the upper level.
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