This Week | May 8 – 14, 2026
May 10 | 1 John, Without a Shadow of a Doubt – Part 13: Don’t Be Gullible but Be Guided, 1 John 4:1-6 – Pastor Mark Pospisil
Synopsis: We live in a day and age where it is sometimes hard to recognize the truth from error. With the 24/7 news cycle, the access to unlimited information on the internet, and the rise of AI, discerning what is true and what is false is becoming difficult. The Lord has called us not to be naive and believe everything. Instead, we are to be directed by His Word and the Holy Spirit. We have the ability to know what is from God and what is not. We will be in the amazing and practical section of 1 John 4:1-6 to see how to be guided instead of gullible. This Sunday is also Mother’s Day. It is a day designed to honor our mothers and show gratitude for all their sacrifice. Motherhood is a special and sacred calling. This day also elicits many emotions. We will be having a time to celebrate our mothers and also recognize the pain and hardships that this day brings about.
Fighter Verse: 1 John 4:4 – Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.
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What’s Happening?
OUTREACH COMMUNITY DINNER | MAY 9
Our Outreach Ministry is organizing a Senior Dinner event in partnership with Open Door Outreach. Residents within our community are invited to enjoy dinner, games, and a fun afternoon connecting with neighbors and The Lakes Church family.
– Lakeland Place (2700 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford, 48328)
CHAT-A-LATTE | MAY 16
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!:
May 9 – Hope for Parents of Prodigals
May 9 – Outreach Community Dinner
May 11 – The Lakes Stitchin’ Sisters
May 16 – Chat-a-latte’
May 15-17 – Men’s Advance
May 23 – Theology Refresh
May 30 – Hope for Parents of Prodigals
May 31 – Family Service
May 31 – Discovering The Lakes
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:
VBS | July 20-23 – Register 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).
GROW GROUPS – Join us for a bible study open to our High School Students from 5-6:30pm, location varies. Follow our Instagram to stay up to date with current information and any changes. @thelakesyouth
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Rush Camp | June 22-26 – 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 the fall, more information coming soon.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Chat-a-latte’ | May 16 at 9:30a
Weekly Men’s Bible Study
Saturdays at 8am in the upper level.
Tuesdays at 6:30am in the upper level.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Men’s Advance | May 15-17
