1.4.26 – The Lakes Church

This Week | January 2 – 8, 2026

January 4 | Keep Up, John 15:1-5 – Pastor Chris Clark

Synopsis: The start of a new year is a popular time to set goals. Goals of achievement and accomplishment, goals that are personal, goals for your family, your occupation, goals involving serving the Lord Jesus. Yet there is one action step Jesus says we need to take if we are to accomplish anything: abide in Him, stay with Him, remain with Him. He invites us to draw near to Him, and stay close to Him. And since He is always working, He invites us to keep up with Him. Today we will look at Jesus’ invitation to His disciples—which includes us—and discover what we need to do to “Keep Up” with the Lord Jesus Christ.

Fighter Verse: John 15:5 – I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.

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What’s Happening?

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.

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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.

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SAVE THESE DATES NOW…

Be sure to always check our e-bulletin (updated weekly on Fridays) and calendar to stay tuned on everything coming up at The Lakes!

A few more upcoming events to be aware of. More details to come, but for now, save these dates!:

Jan 8 – Rooted
Jan 10 – Hope for Parents of Prodigals
Jan 11 – Q&A after third service
Jan 11 – Grandparent Group at 1pm
Jan 18 – 15 Year Anniversary Service
Jan 20 – Financial Peace Launch
Jan 22 – Women’s Bible Study
Jan 24 – Theology Refresh
Jan 24 – GriefShare Launch
Jan 25 – Discovering The Lakes
Jan 25 – Grandparent Group at 1pm
Jan 31-Feb 1 – SpringHill Camp
Feb 2 – Transformation Ministry Launch

Core Ministries – Weekly Update

Jesus left earth and returned to heaven, but He didn’t leave us on our own. The Lord has called each of us to be witnesses of His good news to the world. And the Holy Spirit provides us with the strength to share the gospel to everyone around us!

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:

Middle School | On break until Jan 7

High School | On break until Jan 11

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.