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 - John Ploog
Lord You Know Everything
Word From the Preacher
AI: Artificial Intelligence. It may just be the latest and greatest thing since... so, what do you know about it? More importantly, what does it know about you? Hmm!
The gospels present a few transforming encounters between the risen Christ Jesus and His followers. Let’s join them for a shoreline breakfast. Listen carefully to the questions He has for one of His closest companions.
- What’s the big question?
- Who’s asking?
- Why 3 times?
- Let me see if I understand what you’re saying: What is the force of practicing transparency with God?
All-Church Announcements
100 Days of Prayer
Our 100 days of prayer began on March 9th. If you are not yet part of this you can still sign up in the Narthex. We have been praying for the Church, Our New Pastor, The Search Committee and Our Elders. This week our prayers will focus on our Staff. Daily prayer cards are available in the Narthex. Thank you for joining us in praying.
Honoring Sharon Van Slyke & Robin Forsyth
We want to honor Sharon and Robin for their years of service to Lake Bible Church on Sunday, May 25th.
After the service, there will be a Contemporary Tea (Lunch) served in the Gym with a chance to honor and remember how much they have done for Lake Bible. We hope everyone will join us!
Adult Bible Fellowship
Sunday Classes
11:00 AM Classes
Jude and 1, 2, 3 John, taught by Sheffields and Davises, in the Marriage Room (Room 232). New study in Jude I—III and John begins zoon.
Philippians, taught by Dan Wilcox (Room 152).
Hebrews, taught by Lucas Howard, (Room 243)
5:00 PM Class
Book of Mark, taught by Dick Miersma, in the Great Room (Room 238)
This Week at Lake
Sunday
- Adult Bible Fellowship Evening Class
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
- “Fit2Serve” Women’s Fitness Program
- Monthly Prayer Meeting
Saturday
- Men’s Breakfast
- Lake Men’s Basketball
- Ladies Neighborhood Bible Study
Upcoming Events
May
4 – Mission Auction & Italian Luncheon
17 – Youth Group Board Games
30–June 1 – Youth Group End of Year Beach Campout
June
6–8 – Lake Men’s Basketball
29 – Lake Bible Annual Meeting
July
14–18 – Vacation Bible School
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.
Help Needed
An Adult teacher’s helper is needed in the 2’s & 3’s class, 9:30, once month. Contact Sharon Van Slyke to be part of this blessing!
Vacation Bible School
Wonder Junction – July 14th to 18th. Ages 4 years through 6th grade.
$50 per child. Register now.
Be a part of this great outreach! If you would like to volunteer, please contact Michele Dollar
Youth Ministry
- Sunday Mornings at 11:00 AM
- Guys and Ladies Bible Studies on Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
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 2 Peter. Room 243
Please contact David Fielding at davidf@lakebiblechurch.com for more information.
Women's Ministry
Women’s Bible Studies
Heart to Heart
Two study options: Joy From the Upper Room by Pam Gillaspe or Precept on Precept: James. Tuesdays, 10:00 AM.
Women in the Word
New study began April 3rd, Acts, The Birth of the Church. Author: Dr. David Jeremiah. Thursdays, 7:00 PM.
Neighborhood Bible Study
On-going study in Galations, 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
Truth Matters: Romans. Author Jim Andrews. Thursday Evenings, 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Meets in person and also on Zoom.
Contact John Dotson at johnd@lakebiblechurch.com for additional information.
Men’s Basketball
Saturday mornings 10:00 to 11:30 AM. Age Group: High school juniors and older (for safety, maturity, and competitive reasons).
Men’s Breakfast
Saturday, May 3rd at 8:30 AM in the Great Room
Men’s Retreat and Fishing Trip
Rescheduled Men’s Retreat at Big K Guest Ranch in Elkton, June 6&ndash8th.
Includes two nights lodging, meals, fishing, and devotional time. Cost $150. Register in the Narthex.
Contact John Dotson at johnd@lakebiblechurch.com for more information.
Marriage Ministry
Marriage Moment
How do you express needs? Do you hint at what you want and hope they guess, or share it openly & clearly?
Matthew 23:12 “But those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.”
Giving Summary
Giving to Date
Last Week
| Budgeted Contributions | $19,808 |
| Contributions Received | $14,387 |
| Contribution Shortfall | -$5,421 |
Fiscal Year-to-Date | |
| Budgeted Contributions | $831,936 |
| Contributions Received | $847,560 |
| Contributions Surplus | $15,624 |
Thank you for your faithfulness.
Ministry Spotlight
Journey To the Cross 2025
April 12th marked an exciting day, for it was our 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 canopied tents and fabric-draped booths.
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. Play snakes slithered through the sand toward play characters to remind all of Satan’s conversation with Eve, resulting in man’s sinful choice and the need for Easter. Scents and various aromas were explored as they heard about Mary anointing Jesus. Donkeys were ridden over palms and garments, dirty feet were washed, and bread was 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 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 morning’s gospel message. While enthusiastic participation continued, quiet conversations were held across the hall in our hospitality area as cookies were enjoyed and our evangelism team engaged with all, but especially with parents, one of whom took home her first Bible.
Please pray that the seeds of Truth shared at the event will be planted in hearts and given growth in the days to come. 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, creativity, organization, and enthusiasm to help us with such an important endeavor, telling others of Jesus. We would love to have you join us next year, as we’ve already begun plans for Easter 2026.
Mission Ministry
2025 Mission Auction and Tour of Italy Lunch
The 2025 Online Mission Auction Has Begun!
The Oral Auction & Tour of Italy Lunch is next Sunday, May 4th. Sign up for the Auction and purchase your lunch tickets in the Narthex.
You can also order Mary Johnson’s cookies on the auction site!
Contact Stacy at stacyo@lakebiblechurch.com 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
YouTube Channel
Video of recent sermons and a live feed of the 9 AM service can be found on Lake’s YouTube Channel.
Pastors and Staff
Contact US
Meet the staff of Lake Bible Church. Contact information as well as basic biographical information for our pastors, elders, directors, and staff is available.
Have a specific question or concern you would like to discuss with the church elders? Use the Elder contact form to connect directly with the Board of Elders.