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New Normal

Have you recently lost a loved one? When you lose someone important to you, it can be difficult to feel normal again. Come share food, fellowship, and conversations of hope as we journey together to find the “new normal” in our lives after loss.

Please join us on Sunday, September 27 at 12:30PM in Founders Court for lunch and fellowship.

Questions:

jessica.clifford@lakewoodmethodist.org

Upcoming Adult Gatherings

Men’s Monthly Dinner

Thursday night, September 24th, 2026. The meeting will be held at 7:00 PM in Founder’s Court at our church.

As usual, our cook team is preparing to serve you a completely delicious meal. So plan to come hungry.

Our speaker for this meeting will be Payton Ruddock, our new Associate Pastor at the church. I know we will all enjoy hearing his insightful presentation.

Please bring some food items (single serve packaged proteins, fruits and snacks) to support our ongoing homeless programs. In addition, for the homeless we always need jeans, jackets, underwear, shirts, tennis shoes, belts, backpacks, bug spray, tents and sleeping bags.

Women’s Monthly Dinner

Come share a meal and good conversation at our next Women’s Potluck on September 24th, 2026 from 7:00-8:30 PM in Asbury Hall.  We will be doing a special service project for our school partner, Matzke Elementary.  This is a wonderful time to gather with other women, enjoy delicious food, and build lasting connections.  Mark your calendar and bring a favorite dish to share.

Contact Debbie Stephens

debbie.stephens.purple@gmail.com

And It was good – Bible Study

Bible Study

September 28 |  6:30-8:00 PM

Beginning on September 28, Pastor Payton Ruddock will be leading a 6 week Bible Study on Genesis 1 & 2 and the Doctrine of Creation.  Through Genesis 1-2, and the broader biblical witness, we will explore how God’s Word gives creation form and function, gives creatures identity, relationship, and purpose.  The Bible Study will meet in Founders Court.  Please register below. 

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Serendipity Bi-Monthly Potluck

Serendipity meets the first Thursday of each Even Month. It’s a perfect time to share our faith with devotions, prayer and fellowship as we enjoy a potluck meal and varied entertainment! We gather at 5:30pm-7:30pm in Founders Court, the cost is only $5, plus the food you bring to share. Mark your 2026 Calendar so you don’t miss a fun packed evening! 

For any questions, contact Kathleen Lush 

scubakat526@yahoo.com

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October’s Communion Rail Offering

The Communion Rail Offering for the month of October will help fund Days For Girls.  This important ministry is composed of dedicated women from our church who work to prepare sustainable fabric menstrual kits for girls around the world.  These kits that we provide keep girls in school everyday helping them to be successful in life.

We Are Hiring

The Director of Community Life serves as the primary steward of Lakewood Methodist Church’s community engagement initiatives. This role develops and oversees outreach ministries and cultivates partnerships with local organizations. The Director will build meaningful connections between the church and its surrounding community while empowering lay leadership to support these ministries. This position requires balancing administrative responsibilities with creative program development to fulfill the church’s vision of community service. The Director of Community Life also brings leadership and organizational skills to facilitate church-wide opportunities for fellowship and community formation.  Interested persons may request a full job description or submit their resume to Jessica Clifford, along with a cover letter and references.

Email Jessica Clifford

Upwards Basketball Registration

Don’t miss the chance to have your kiddo grow in their basketball skills, learn the power of teamwork, and have a blast in a safe, Christ-centered environment. Registration for the 2027 Upward Season opens on October 1 – Scholarships are also available!

Player Registration Form

https://registration.upward.org/UPW89257

We also need parent coaches for the 2027 season! If you are interested in helping coach a team, please fill out the Upward Coach Form below.

https://lakewoodmethodist.fellowshiponego.com/external/form/dc56bade-e08f-40f9-b991-ee7481ef5b31

Contact JOEL MORRIS with any questions 

joelbernhardt@hotmail.com

Here is the proposed schedule:

09:30 – Loft open for optional hang-time

10:00 – Students proceed to sanctuary for service

11:00 – Service ends, debrief begins in sanctuary

11:30 – Debrief ends, students dismissed

Email Jardyn Howelton

Home Communion

Home Communion is available to anyone who is homebound or who, for any reason, would like to receive communion at home. If you or someone you know would like to receive Home Communion, please email Amy Amodio below.

Email Amy Amodio

Flower Delivery

The Flower Ministry is looking for volunteers to help deliver flowers to homebound and/or sick members.  We deliver flowers on Monday afternoon and would love to have a few more volunteers.  Please contact Carol Calicott for more information.

Email Carol Calicott

In Jesus’ Name

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This Week’s Call To Worship

“Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!”

Revelation 5:12 (NIV)

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Sermon: The Gospel of Luke

Guest Speaker: Pastor John Stephenson 

Scripture: Luke 11:24-28

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