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New Directory & App for Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship!

EXCITING NEWS! Our church staff has determined it is time for a new pictorial directory, which will additionally include a very helpful APP! Our dates for photography will be October 1, 2, & 3. With times ranging from 1-7:30pm (on Thursday & Friday) and Saturday from 10am-4pm. We still need volunteers to help with the sign-up process. Please contact Jayne this week to volunteer. 

Sunday's Message

Sunday, September 13th, Pastor Chris will share his message:

"I like Jesus, but I don't like the church!" This sentiment has been on the rise among people in recent years. They feel like the church is filled with "Christians" who are hypocrites, are judgmental, and sometimes even emotionally abusive. As a result, people question whether they need the church to be a genuine follower of Jesus. 

Join us this Sunday for the final message in our series, Answering Difficult Questions, titled, "Why Should I Trust the Church When It's So Hypocritical and Judgmental?", based on Matthew 9:1-12. The other Scripture readings are from Ezekiel 33:30-32; 34:1-6,11-12,15; and 2 Corinthians 4:5-7.

Altar Flowers

Sunday, September 13th- Celebrates Paul & Vickie Abbott's 39th Anniversary!

We have a remaining sponsorship date available for 2026... If you can sponsor them, please stop by the information center or email the church office. Cost is $25 per arrangement.

Adult Bible Class - Pastor's Book - Christian Faith!

Pastor Chris Boehnke will resume his book study; "The Christian Faith, The Original Evangelical View" starting on Sunday, September 13th, following service. Please watch for upcoming details.  Copies of his book will continue to be on sale for only $5 each! Class will NOT meet when there is a Town Hall meeting. Any questions, simply call the office or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Night of Worship - New Music & Ice Cream Social

Join us for a night of introduction to new songs released by the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod on Sunday, October 18th at 4 pm. Ice cream social to follow. More details coming soon. 

Kidz Connection

Kidz Connection meets Sundays for PK-5^th grade following praise songs. Kids should attend worship until the songs are done, then Pastor will release them to join in the ARK for Kidz Connection. (Activity bags are available for kids that want to stay in worship with their families.)

Questions, please see Shannon Johnson.

Nursery

Our Nursery is staffed on Sunday mornings. The room is also open for parents to change diapers or to have a place to nurse while still being able to listen to the sermon via the in-room speaker system. If you have any questions or concerns, please connect with Shannon Johnson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Volunteers Needed

Shannon Johnson is looking for 1 Nursery volunteer to help on 1st Sundays. Please let Shannon know you would like to serve once a month.

TETELESTAI Campaign

Have you heard about the TETELESTAI Campaign going on right now at Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship? Tetelestai in Greek means "It is finished" and was the final word of Christ when dying on the cross. He completed the work of salvation! We at Lakeshore want to "complete" payment of our mortgage - early! How early? This depends on the extra "blessings" of contributions to this fund. We are now accepting donations marked "Debt Reduction". After the mortgage has been paid off, we will continue the TETELESTAI Campaign thru 2028. This campaign will allow us to invest in much-needed facility improvements; including technology, HVACs and bring our kitchen up to code so we can better serve the community. 

Worship Service Live Streaming

Check us out on Facebook! We have our sermons posted LIVE there on Sunday mornings! You can also "Like" Lakeshore Fellowship on Facebook to receive notifications when we post LIVE!

We now also have YouTube live streaming as well and can be found at this link.

Governance Ministry Board meetings

Did you know that our Governance Ministry Board meetings happen monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 6:30 pm. Anyone is welcome to attend a meeting, but you first need to alert the Chairperson, one week prior to the meeting, letting them know what your concerns might be and how much time you may require at the meeting. Any questions, please call our church office at 616-846-8556 or Art Schroeder, Chairperson of the GMB at 260-409-2771. Next meeting is on October 13th. 

Fall Harvest Festival 2026

Join us for this Free Community Family Event on Sunday, October 4th from 4-6 pm. There will be food, games, and live music by "The Jess & Mike Duo".  Our church is located at 16790 Van Wagoner Road in Spring Lake, MI 49456. Check our website or call our office for additional information. Invite your friends and have some fun!

Women's Fall Retreat

Women of Lakeshore EVENT CHANGED!!!

The Women's Weekend Retreat has officially been changed to a ONE DAY event and will take place in Nunica at Hathaway Lakes Club House, 16927 Birchview Dr., Nunica, MI 49448. A new sign up sheet will be at the Information Center. 

This event will be on October 24th from 9:30 am - 7:30 pm. There will be breakfast, lunch, dinner, crafts, games, devotions and fun! Cost is $25 per person.

 Any questions, see Brenda Kling or Laurie Kovacs. 

LUTHERAN YOUNG ADULT GATHERING 2027

July 28-31, 2027 | Nebraska

Young Adults, ages 18-29, are invited to the 1st HODOS Lutheran Young Adult Gathering at King of Kings Lutheran Church in Omaha, Neb. next summer. Explore real-world conversations, connect with other young adults from across the country, and gather around God's Word, prayer, music, and worship. For more information or to register, visit hodosway.com/lyag_2027.

Community Groups

Joining a Community Group at Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship is an amazing way to connect with our church family and its community! Many of these groups meet in homes either weekly/bi-monthly/monthly to connect with other Christians, offering a way to meet others, pray for each other and spend time in God’s word together. If you would like to be connected with a group, please email Deborah Schroeder at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Email our Community Group Coordinator, Deborah Schroeder This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to say you want to join, host or lead a group!

Men's Huddle - Weekly on Thursdays

Every Thursday morning from 8:30-9:30 am, a great group of guys meet for a time of coffee, fellowship, prayer and projects. They make sure the baptismal font is filled, the candles are set for Sunday, chairs/tables are managed as needed and various other small tasks. Once completed, they meet for a time of fellowship and prayer. This group is open for any man that would like to join. Any questions, please connect with Randy Deater at 616-402-5248.

Men's Prayer Breakfast and Bible Study - Monthly

Meets every second Saturday of the month in the Atrium. Come anytime between 7–7:30 am for breakfast and then 7:30-8:30 am is the study & prayer time. All men are welcome to join Saturday, September 12th! Any questions, please call Randy Deater at 616-402-5248.

Lakeshore's Weekly Prayer Theme

Prayer of the Week (Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity) 

Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your church; and because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Remember in Your Prayers

Sandy Grey would like prayer. She had a successful heart surgery on September 2nd and is healing. However, she is experiencing post-op psychosis. Please pray for complete healing.

Prayer requests above come from our members via Connection Cards, Email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or phone (616-846-8556). Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship greatly values the power of prayer by encouraging members to pray for each other! If you desire to pray for others in our church family, please request to be added to the PRAYER LINE by emailing Carol McFall at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

• Are you going into the hospital for surgery? Are you experiencing a crisis in your life? Do you need pastoral care? If you would like your Deacon/Deaconess or Pastor to contact you; please connect with the church office (616-846-8556 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). 

Lakeshore's Weekly Prayer Theme

Prayer of the Week (Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity) 

Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your church; and because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Remember in Your Prayers

Sandy Grey would like prayer. She had a successful heart surgery on September 2nd and is healing. However, she is experiencing post-op psychosis. Please pray for complete healing.

Prayer requests above come from our members via Connection Cards, Email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or phone (616-846-8556). Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship greatly values the power of prayer by encouraging members to pray for each other! If you desire to pray for others in our church family, please request to be added to the PRAYER LINE by emailing Carol McFall at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

• Are you going into the hospital for surgery? Are you experiencing a crisis in your life? Do you need pastoral care? If you would like your Deacon/Deaconess or Pastor to contact you; please connect with the church office (616-846-8556 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). 

Weekly Financial Report

Month to Date (9/1/26 thru 9/9/26)

• General Fund - Month contributions so far in September $11,330.75

Year to Date (YTD) 2026
General Fund Giving (January thru August 2026) $285,396.48
General Fund Expenses (January thru August 2026) $282,083.80

Tetelestai - As of July 14th our approximate remaining mortgage (with all giving applied) is $13,224.00.

Did you know...Individuals age 59 1/2+ can make distributions from an IRA account? For those currently taking a "required minimum distribution" (RMD), there are added tax benefits.  Starting in 2026, you may make a "qualified charitable distribution" (QCD) of up to $111,000.00 from your IRA and pay ZERO TAX, provided gifts are a direct transfer to Lakeshore Lutheran from your financial institution. These distributions also qualify as part or all of your RMD requirement. They may even lower your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), which can help avoid higher Medicare Part B premiums and other income-based limits. If you are interested in blessing Lakeshore Lutheran with a charitable distribution from your IRA, please contact the church office or your personal IRA account representative. Thank you. 

If you would like to give electronically, by utilizing our Vanco App...scan this QR code to get started.

Bring in your empty printer/ink cartridges for recycling

Our office is collecting your empty ink cartridges and recycling them for savings at a local store. Please help us defray the cost office supplies. Bring in your empty cartridges and give them to the person behind the Information Center. (There will be a container under the counter for them to place them in.) Thank you all for this support!! Any questions, please contact our office at 616-846-8556.

Job Opportunities with First Priority

First Priority is expanding and looking to fill a few positions. Members of Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship who are interested in these positions, please connect with John Koscielniak, President.

 There are three positions; Administrative Assistant, Area Coordinator, Club Coordinator. John will provide you with more details on hours, pay, responsibilities, qualifications, etc.

 Simply email John Koscielniak at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Girls of Grace at Grace Coopersville Church...

Crafters/Vendors Needed-- The Girls of Grace from Grace Lutheran Church in Coopersville is planning the Party of Parties Vendor/Craft Expo for Saturday, October 24, 2026. Are you a home-based business representative or you have a friend or relative who is one (example: Pampered Chef, Norwex, etc.) OR do you make craft items to sell? If you might like to set up a table at our event contact Joni Hoyer at 837-1442 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. as soon as possible.Thanks for your help.

SCRIP

Here's the Scoop...Buying Scrip helps us earn free money! 
Scrip allows us to order cards from thousands of merchants locally and nationally! You pay nothing extra for the cards, but a small profit from the sale of each card stays at Lakeshore.
Scrip will be available on Sundays following service (in the Atrium) and in the church office on Mondays thru Thursdays from 9 am-2 pm.
(Reminder: Scrip purchases can also be made online at www.shopwithscrip.com. If you are new to online scrip ordering, please contact Dana Saunders at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive Lakeshore's enrollment code.)

Anniversaries and Birthdays (shared monthly)

Note: If your anniversary or birthday is missing from this list, please update the church office. Thank you!  

LOST & FOUND

Lost & Found is FULL! Please stop at the Information Center to see if you are missing things. We have travel mugs, men's shoes - black suede size 13, misc. jewelry items, small Coleman cooler, Bible New Living Translation, etc.