Church Bulletin
Welcome, Guests
We are so glad you are with us today. If you are a fellow believer, our earnest hope is that you will be spiritually enriched and edified by your experience here today. And if you are not yet a disciple of our Lord Jesus Christ, our prayer is that today some influence here may draw you toward Christ.
Volunteers are at the Welcome Center to assist you with any needs or questions you may have.
Sermon - Jim Andrews, Pastor
Into the Lion’s Den
John 17:18-25
Word From the Pastor
“Living the dream” for us believers is not a frat life of godless sun and fun, soaking up sin, sprawled on soft, easy couches, munching on carnal chips, and sipping drinks, but daily taking up our crosses in our battle with the world, the flesh and the Devil, following joyfully after Jesus.
Adult Bible Fellowship
Sunday Classes
11:00 AM Classes
Daniel, taught by Sheffield’s and Davis’s, in the Marriage Room (Room 232)
Ephesians, taught by Dan Wilcox (Room 152)
Genesis-Deuteronomy: An Overview, taught by Lucas Howard, (Room 243)
5:00 PM Class
Book of James, taught by Pastor Jim, in the Great Room (Room 238)
This Week at Lake
Sunday
- Pastor Jim’s Adult Bible Fellowship
- Youth Group
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
- Ladies Neighborhood Bible Study (Meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays)
Upcoming Events
May
3 – Monthly Prayer Meeting
11 – Youth Girls’ Mother’s Day Tea
19 – Mission Auction and Caribbean Lunch
June
30 – Lake Bible Church Annual Business Meeting
July
15–19 – Vacation Bible School
Adult Education
Midday Bible Study
Online (Zoom) study – Hebrews, taught by John Dotson. Begins again September 12th. Every Tuesday at noon through Zoom. Contact John Dotson at johnd@lakebiblechurch.com for more information.
Children's Ministry
9:30 & 11:00 A.M.
- Nursery and Toddlers
- 2’s Through Grade 5 Classes
Children are guided through a 3-year chronological timeline of Bible events pointing to our redemption through Christ.
Vacation Bible School 2024
The Great Jungle Journey
July 15th – 19th. Registration is open and is filling up. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Michele Dollar
Youth Ministry
- Sunday Mornings at 11:00 AM
- Sunday Extravaganza’s on Sunday night from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
- Guys and Ladies Bible Studies on Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Upcoming Event
May 11th, Mother’s Day Tea. Please register to attend.
For details contact John Dotson at johnd@lakebiblechurch.com or 503.915.7577
College and Career Ministry
College & Career Bible Study
Wednesday Night Bible Study: 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Studying 1 Peter. Room 243
Please contact David Fielding at davidf@lakebiblechurch.com for more information.
Women's Ministry
Women’s Bible Studies
Heart to Heart
New Studys began January 23rd. Exodus, The Journey or Precept on Precept, 1 John – 3 John. Cost $30. Tuesdays, 10:00 AM.See details.
Women in the Word
New Study began January 4th. Isaiah: Here Am I, Send Me. Cost $20. Thursdays, 6:45 PM.
Neighborhood Bible Study
On-going study in Psalms, on the second and fourth Saturday every month, 5:00–7:30 PM. Dinner is provided.
More Information On Womens’ Studies
Contact Sharon Van Slyke at sharonv@lakebiblechurch.com for additional information.
Men's Ministry
Men’s Bible Study
Study began January 4th. The death of Christ, what does it really mean?
7:00 – 8:30 PM, Thursday Evenings. Meets in person and also on Zoom.
Contact John Dotson at johnd@lakebiblechurch.com for additional information.
Marriage Ministry
Marriage Moment
Ephesians 4:3: “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
Regularly tell your spouse: I choose you. I’ll choose you over and over and over. Without pause, without a doubt, in a heartbeat, I’ll keep choosing you.
Giving Summary
Giving to Date
Last Week
Budgeted Contributions | $21,180 |
Contributions Received | $20,092 |
Contribution Shortfall | -$1,088 |
Fiscal Year-to-Date | |
Budgeted Contributions | $889,560 |
Contributions Received | $845,162 |
Contributions Shortfall | -$44,398 |
Thank you for your faithfulness.
Ministry Spotlight
Kids Easter Celebration 2024
March 23rd marked a day like no other for it was our first venture into an exciting new Easter outreach for children and their families. Well attended and bustling with welcoming voices and Bible-era clothed volunteers, the Great Room was transformed into an imaginative New Testament city. With stations set up around the room, children went from one to the next hearing, seeing, tasting, smelling, and actively engaging with components of the Easter story. Hissing snakes slithered through the sand toward play characters as Satan engaged with Adam and Eve, resulting in man’s sinful choice and the need for Easter was explained. Scents and various aromas were explored as they heard about Mary anointing Jesus, donkeys were ridden over palms and garments, feet were washed and breads sampled as the reality of the Last Supper was presented, crowns were worn and prickly thorns felt; hammering nails rang through the air as girls and boys tried carrying a cross before visiting Jesus’ tomb and hearing of the angels’ good news that Jesus was alive. A music break helped get some wiggles out while setting the stage for a clear, child-focused sharing of the gospel message. We had asked the Lord to fill the room with His presence and fulfill His purposes for that morning and we feel He did just that.
Thank you to the many who gave of their time to help with such an important endeavor, telling others of Jesus. We would love to have you join us next year as we’re already beginning to lay down groundwork for Easter 2025. Interested? See Sharon Van Slyke.
Note: We need several easy to set-up outdoor canopies. Might you have one to donate?
Mission Ministry
2024 Mission Auction - Anchors Aweigh!
The 2024 Mission Auction & Caribbean Lunch is coming!
Sunday May 19th (after service), the online auction will begin Saturday May 11th. Auction and lunch sign ups will begin April 21st.
We are looking for auction donations (new items, gift certificates, services). Contact Stacy Olson for more information.
Stay Connected
Update Contact Information
Has your email address changed recently? Have you just moved? Did you change jobs or cell phone numbers? We would like to update our records. Please send personal contact information to Stacy Olson (stacyo@lakebiblechurch.com) or call 503.699.9840
Prayer Ministry
Monthly Prayer Meeting
Join us 7:00 PM on the first Friday of the month in the Prayer Room (Room 153). Contact: Email Kent Robinson or phone 503.330.2056
Church Prayer Chain
To join the church prayer chain, contact the office at 503.699.9840, or email Stacy Olson at stacyo@lakebiblechurch.com.
Connect Online
Sermon Podcast
Available on iTunes and via our searchable Sermon Podcast Archive.
YouTube Channel
Video of recent sermons and a live feed of the 9 AM service can be found on Lake’s YouTube Channel.
The Final Word Radio Program
- KPDQ-FM 93.9 at 7 PM and 11:30 PM
- TrueTalk AM-800 at 9 AM and 5:30 PM
Pastors and Staff
Contact US
Meet the staff of Lake Bible Church. Contact information as well as basic biographical information for our pastors, directors, and staff is available.