This Week | September 8 – 14, 2023
September 10 | Proverbs – The Wisdom of God for Today’s Issues: Part 6 – The Essential Nature of Friendship and Community – Mark Pospisil
Synopsis: This first thing that the Lord said was not good in the Bible was that it is not good for man to be alone (Genesis 2:18). God designed us to be in community. We were hardwired to be in a relationship with our Creator and others. The book of Proverbs shows us the importance of this as well. Proverbs show how vital relationships and friendships are. Listen to Proverbs 18:1, “Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.” The Lord does not want us to be isolated but with others. This week we are looking at the value of friendship and community.
Fighter Verse: Proverbs 18:1 – Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.
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What’s Happening?
SUNDAY +1 | SEPTEMBER 10
September 10th – Fall Kickoff! This will be a great time to learn more about some new ministries, Bible studies and small groups. If you’ve been looking to get connected, this is for you. If you just want to see more of who The Lakes is, this is for you.
We can’t wait to see you there!
WOMEN’S FALL BIBLE STUDY | SEPTEMBER 12
registration closes 9/10
In this 7-session study, join six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You’ll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. You’ll see examples of how to pray when you’re alone and when you’re gathered with others. Above all, you’ll notice there’s no one right way to pray. As you draw near to God through prayer, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ.
WOMEN’S RETREAT | OCTOBER 6-8
Lakes Women (18+) join us for this exciting weekend filled with inspiring teaching, fun activities and great food, and plenty of time to relax and hang out with other women. Learn about having an “Abundant Life” (John 10:10) and be challenged in your spiritual growth with Biblical messages that will strengthen you as women of faith.
This event will be held at Faholo Conference Center in Grass Lake, MI from October 6-8. The cost for food and lodging for the weekend is $175 (until 9/1) and $185 after (with some activities costing extra).
RUN TO SET THEM FREE 5K/10K | OCTOBER 21
Join walkers and runners from all over the Metro Detroit area as The Lakes Church partners with Hope Against Trafficking for the “Run To Set Them Free 5K/10K” in the beautiful setting of Kensington Metropark. The start and finish location will be East Boat Launch Parking Area. The route will be paved and is stroller friendly.
Your participation will raise funds to help support Hope Against Trafficking and have a great impact within our community.
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!:
9/2: Women’s Prayer Meeting
9/10: Sunday +1
9/11: Trail Life/American Heritage Girls Open House
9/12: Women’s Bible Study
9/13: Kids Creek kick-off
9/17: New Service Times begin
9/17: Discovering The Lakes
10/6-10/8: Women’s Retreat
10/21: Run To Set Them Free 5K/10K
10/26: Harvest Fest
Core Ministries – Weekly Update
The wall of Jericho should have been impenetrable! What Joshua and the Israelites were up against may have seemed impossible to overcome! But they learned at least two valuable lessons about following God! We’ll be talking all about them on Sunday morning and again on Wednesday night!
EARLY CHILDHOOD – Early Childhood (Birth – Kindergarten) program available during the 9:30 and 11:30 Sunday services.
ELEMENTARY AGE (1st-5th grade) – Elementary age program available Sundays during The 9:30 and 11:30 services and Tuesday Kids Creek from 6:30-8pm during the school year!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Kids Creek Kick-off | September 13 6:30-8pm
THURSDAY YOUTH GROUP – Middle School and High School students meet on Thursdays from 6:30-8:30pm for a combined youth group service.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
TBD
Monthly Prayer | Lakes Women meet for prayer the first Saturday of each month from 9:30am to 11:00am! Next Date 9/2
Quarterly “Chat-a-latte” gathering | Coffee/Tea & fellowship in the lower level Atrium
Next Bible Study | Sept 12 Register Here
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Women’s Retreat | 10/6-10/8 Register here
