Worship
Town Hall Meeting- December 14th
Please plan to attend a Town Hall meeting scheduled for Sunday, December 14th following service. Thank you for making this meeting a priority.
Christmas Caroling (Youth and Adults)
Our youth group (and any adult who would like to join us) will be going to a local nursing home to sing Christmas songs to the residents. Please sign up at the Information Center so Shannon can know how many cars will be needed. The group will have cider & donuts before heading out. We will leave Lakeshore Lutheran following the Townhall meeting that Sunday, December 14th, and return to the church by 1 pm.
Sunday's Message
Sunday, December 14th
Do you struggle with any doubts or discouragement in your faith? There are times when the evil and suffering we experience in this present life can drain all the joy out of our faith and make us question whether Jesus really does save us. What are we to do in moments like this?
Join us on this 3rd Sunday in Advent as we continue our series, Prophetic Words for a Weary World, with the message, "Renewed Joy On the Horizon," based on Matthew 11:2-11, Isaiah 35:1-10, and James 5:7-11.
Poinsettias Sponsorships
Jim & Hilda Albright In loving memory of our parents
Craig & Shelley Bessinger In loving memory of our parents
Clare Bush To the Glory of God
Tom & Sandy Christmas To the Glory of God
Randy & Vicki Deater In loving memory of Charlie Hibnar & Ruth Simpson
Joel & Diane Elam To the Glory of God
Mark & Julia Gibbs To the Glory of God
Connie Haakenson In loving memory of James Haakenson
George & Donna Huff In loving memory of Gwen & Dwayne Huff and Gerry & Albert Hengesbach
Gary & Brenda Kling In honor of Lyla, Addilyn, Jasper & Amelia
Tom & Carol Spelman In honor of Kaylee, Bryce, Colin, Paige, Thomas, Adeline & Benjamin
Larry Ward In loving memory of Bev Ward & family
Kidz Connection
Kidz Connection meets Sundays for PK-5th 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. Currently, the children will be practicing for the Christmas Program. (Activity bags will still be 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
Volunteers Needed
Shannon Johnson is looking for 2 Nursery volunteers. We have a need for leaders on 1st & 3rd Sundays. Please let Shannon know you would like to serve once a month.
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.
Children's Christmas Service - Sunday, December 21 at 10 AM
Children's Christmas program will be Sunday, December 21st at 10 am. Practices for the children begin Sunday, November 9th during Kidz Connection. Practices will be weekly until the event. Then, there will be a mandatory dress rehearsal on Saturday, December 20th from 6-7 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
DAVID (movie coming soon)
New Movie…DAVID being released in December. A group of families from Lakeshore have already purchased their tickets and are encouraging others to purchase tickets (in advance) for the 12/21/25 showing at 1:20 pm. So, please purchase your own ticket either online or at the box office of Cinema Carousel on Old Grand Haven Road in Muskegon. Online was having troubles…so maybe go there in person today.
Christmas Eve Services
Mark your calendars to attend Christmas Eve service on Wednesday, December 24th at either 3 pm or 9 pm. Our 3 pm service will have our full band and include candle lights. Our 9 pm service will also include candle light with the singing of "Silent Night, Holy Night". There will be childcare available at the 3 pm service only. Please let Shannon Johnson know if you will need childcare, so she can appropriately staff the nursery. Thank you!
Invite your friends and family to join us this Christmas!
Grow
CREW Middle/High school - weekly on Sundays
CREW (Middle & High Schoolers) meets Sundays following service until 1 pm in the Youth Room. Free lunch provided.
College Ministry
We would like to connect with our college students by sending them care packages. If you have a student away at college, please email Shannon Johnson to let her know your student would love to receive a package from church! She will need their college address.
Young Adult Community Group (ages 18-28)
Attention Young Adults...Join Mike Dorman & Joe Kovacs as they co-lead this Young Adult community group. This group meets on 1st and 3rd Mondays at 6:30 pm in the Prayer room. Questions can be directed to Mike Dorman at
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
Email our Community Group Coordinator, Deborah Schroeder
Community Groups that still have room!
- For young adults (ages 18-28) – meet 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6:30-8 pm, in the Prayer Room. Facilitated by Joe Kovacs and Mike Dorman
- Adults – meet 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm, facilitated by Laura Maclam, hosted by Glen & Karin Abbott
- Adults – meet 1st & 3rd Sundays, 6:30-8:00pm, facilitated and hosted by Jeff & Becki Deater
- Adults – meet 1st & 3rd Sundays, 6:00-8:00pm, Prayer Room, facilitated by Art & Deborah Schroeder
- Adults - meet with Pastor Chris's group...2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 6:30 pm at his home
Adult Bible Study-Nicene Creed 8-Week Study on Thursdays
Pastor Chris will lead an 8-week study on the Nicene Creed. The study will meet on Thursdays, beginning November 6th from 7-8 pm. The book is $16 and can be ordered here. Please sign up at the information center.
Women's Fellowship Hour - Weekly on Wednesdays
Women’s Fellowship Hour is open to all women on Wednesdays in the Prayer Room at 1 pm. Come spend time together in community with other Christian women to support each other and to pray. Questions? Please connect with Vicki Deater at
Mother/Daughter Retreat
Mothers and Grandmothers are welcome to attend our Mother/Daughter Retreat on January 11th from 2-6 pm in the ARK. This event will be for girls ages 12-18. Mark your calendars now, to save the date. More details coming soon. Sign-ups will be taken in December at the Information Center. Any questions, please connect with Shannon Johnson or Deborah Schroeder.
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 December 13th! Any questions, please call Randy Deater at 616-402-5248.
Serve
Altar Guild Volunteers
If you are looking for a way to serve our church family, please consider volunteering with the Altar Guild. This "behind the scenes" effort comprises of set-up and clean-up for Holy Communion. Training is provided. Please email the church office if you can help with this ministry area.
Household Necessity Pantry
The Household Necessities Pantry (HNP) giveaways remaining in 2025 will be on Saturday, December 13.
The HNP giveaways help our local community that is in need of personal care items. If you would like to donate toward this much needed outreach, please bring in any of the following items: Shampoo, Conditioner, Liquid Dish Soap, Toothpaste, Laundry Detergent (50+ oz liquid), Spray-Household Cleaner, Deodorant, Toilet Paper (6 pack) & Trash Bags (13 gallon), Bar soap and Toothbrushes. To volunteer, please connect with Randy or Vicki Deater at
THE NEXT PACKING EVENT WILL BE THURSDAY, December 11th FROM 5:30-6 PM IN THE ARK.
Go
Lakeshore's Weekly Prayer Theme
Prayer of the Week (Third Sunday in Advent)
Hear our prayers, Lord Jesus Christ, and come with the good news of your mighty deliverance. Drive the darkness from our hearts, and fill us with your light; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Remember in Your Prayers
- Prayer requests above come from our members via 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, please request to be added to the PRAYER LINE by emailing Bonnie Pendell atThis 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 an Elder, Deaconess, or Pastor to contact you, please connect with the church office (616-846-8556 orThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ).
Prayer Requests and Praises
Lakeshore's Weekly Prayer Theme
Prayer of the Week (Third Sunday in Advent)
Hear our prayers, Lord Jesus Christ, and come with the good news of your mighty deliverance. Drive the darkness from our hearts, and fill us with your light; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Remember in Your Prayers
- Prayer requests above come from our members via 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, please request to be added to the PRAYER LINE by emailing Bonnie Pendell atThis 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 an Elder, Deaconess, or Pastor to contact you, please connect with the church office (616-846-8556 orThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ).
The Lord's Business (Finances)
Weekly Financial Report
Did you know...Individuals age 70 1/2 + may make gifts directly from their IRA? And, individuals age 73+ must take "required minimum distributions" from their IRA each year! With the IRA charitable rollover, individuals can transfer up to $100,000 per year directly to charity and satisfy the required minimum distribution. If you are interested in blessing Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship with a charitable distribution from your IRA, with the added benefit of possibly reducing your income taxes, please contact the church office or your personal IRA account representative.
Month to Date (12/1/25 thru 12/9/25)
- General Fund - Month contributions so far in December $12,245.50
- Renew Fund - Month contributions so far in December $195.00
Year to Date (YTD) 2025
General Fund Giving (January thru November 2025) $400,648.67
General Fund Expenses (January thru November 2025) $416,168.80
Please plan to have your YEAR END GIVING contributions in our office by Monday, December 29, 2025. Thank you!
If you would like to give electronically, by utilizing our Vanco App...scan this QR code to get started.
Other News
Life Line Screening at Lakeshore Lutheran - January 14th
Life Line Screening will be here at Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship Church on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 offering safe, painless, non-invasive preventive health screenings that are typically not a part of a routine physical. To be more proactive about your health for yourself, your family and your community, please register for these health screenings today.
There is no time like the present to take action! Members & friends of Lakeshore Lutheran will receive a $30 discounted price of $129, so register soon!
Three ways to register:
• Call toll-free: 1-800-324-9458 promo code HABC001
• Online: LLSA.SOCIAL/HABC
• Text: the word circle to 216-279-1607
Anniversaries and Birthdays (shared monthly)
Note: If your anniversary or birthday is missing from this list, please update the church office. Thank you!
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 December 9th.
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
LOST & FOUND
Our Lost & Found bin is located at the Information Center.