Lakewood NEXT is a great way to learn more about Lakewood Methodist Church! Join our pastors this Sunday, April 19, at 12:15 PM in Founders Court for a seminar luncheon for those wanting to learn more about our church and mission. For this special meeting, we will serve lunch, explore our mission, vision, values, what it means to be a Methodist, and what it means to be a member of Lakewood Methodist Church! Everyone is welcome to join, and childcare is available for this event – you can register below.
Our Highlighted Events
Coffee & Convos
Outreach Initiative
Sunday, April 19 • 12:15 PM
Join us for an informative meeting this Sunday after church in FC108/109 about a new outreach initiative, Coffee and Convos, launching at the McWilliams YMCA at Cypress Creek! This initiative is a meaningful opportunity for our church family to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our local community. We’re building a volunteer team committed to serving at least once a month at the YMCA—connecting with members and offering prayer support at their prayer wall. At this meeting, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to get involved and serve lunch. Whether you’re ready to serve or just want to learn more, we’d love to see you there! Lunch will be provided for those who RSVP by emailing Rachel Howelton, and you can also RSVP for childcare below.
EXTRAORDINARY
Marriage Retreat
Saturday, April 25 • 9:30 AM
Save the date for our Extraordinary Marriage Retreat on Saturday, April 25, from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM! This is a special couples’ retreat where you will learn what it takes to have an extraordinary marriage – a marriage that brings deep satisfaction and joy to your life and to all those in your life! This has been an empowering and refreshing event for our Lakewood couples, and you and your spouse will find it just as powerful for your relationship. Our teacher is Dr. Ken Shuman, a powerful speaker and highly effective personal transformation coach. The retreat is $100/couple with lunch provided. There will also be a special program for the children of those attending. You can register below.
STudent Ministry
Glorious Night
Sunday, April 26 • 5:00 PM
Student Ministries is hosting a fundraiser dinner for our Student programs and scholarships. The Glorious Night Fundraiser will take place on Sunday, April 26 at 5:00 – 7:30 PM in Asbury Hall! The funds raised will benefit everything we do in Student Ministries. This includes events, missions, weekly and summer programs. The evening will include dinner, a silent auction, entertainment, student testimonies, and we will also share the vision of the future of our Student Ministries program. We plan on having a silent auction with donated items and a live auction that evening. The live auction will give people the opportunity to sponsor students on summer mission trips and summer camp who wouldn’t be able to attend without the church’s support. Tickets are $10 a person, unless your child is serving. You can also reserve a table that fits up to 8 people for $75.
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Weekly Life-Giving Moment
Submit a Life-Giving Moment”Several years ago, my wife was diagnosed with cancer. Initially she was still undergoing a multitude of tests to determine the extent and stage. Needless to say, the anxiety levels were extremely high. That Sunday, we attended church at Lakewood. The pastor's topic was “Sometimes we need a sign that God is leading us”. He covered the story of God leading the Israelites from Egypt during the day, via a pillar of smoke and at night, via a pillar of fire. Then he mentioned that sometimes in life, we struggle and may need a sign. We may have received a bad diagnosis and we need that sign that God is leading us. At that moment, the phone in my pocket began to vibrate. I didn’t answer it right away as I was in church. As soon as church ended I looked at my phone. It was my wife’s primary care physician. I called him back immediately, and he let us know that her PET scans had come back negative. The cancer had not spread to any vital organs! The timing of this call made it obvious that God was leading us through this battle. For the next seven years, God guided us through this battle, and he was by her side when she passed away this past year. I thank him for the time that he gave us to spend those final years together, I only wish it didn’t end.
Richard Ervin
Important Announcements
Hiring Concierge
Lakewood’s concierge plays a key role in creating a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for church members, guests, and ministry teams during evening activities. This part-time position combines hospitality with light security responsibilities, including monitoring security cameras, securing doors, and ensuring the building remains safe and orderly. This role involves close coordination with the Director of Facilities in communications with events or security related issues in the building or on the grounds. You can learn more and apply below:
Prayer Quilts & Shawls Available
Prayers & Squares started in 2000 and has been making comfort lap quilts ever since! If you have a friend or family member who has experienced a loss, or a birth, or in need of prayer, please stop by the church office and select one to send to them with a prayer card. Dancing Needles began in 2008 where we crochet shawls and lap blankets for nursing home clients. If you have a loved one at a nearby nursing home, please let us know and we will visit that home! Days for Girls was begun in 2017 where we make sustainable menstrual health kits for girls and women. We can always use donations of cotton fabric, thread, or yarn for all three of these outreach projects. If you are interested in learning more or joining one of our groups: Prayers & Squares meets on the first Tuesday and Wednesday of the month at 9:00 AM in the Loft, Days for Girls meets every first Tuesday of the month at 1:00 PM, and Dancing Needles meets every last Tuesday of the month at 10:00 AM in the library. You are always welcome to join us! Please reach out to Becky Rice below if you would like a Prayer Shawl delivered or have questions.
Flower Ministry Volunteers
The Flower Ministry is looking for a few new volunteers to help arrange small flower bouquets from our altar flowers each week to be hand-delivered to our sick and homebound members. Flower Ministry volunteers are asked to help us arrange flowers on Sundays after the 11:15 AM service, or on Monday mornings. If you are interested in helping, please contact Carol Calicott below!
Hiring Kids Ministry Summer Intern
Lakewood Kids Ministry is seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Kids Ministry Summer Intern! This paid position will consist of helping plan and execute this year’s Vacation Bible School and Summer Camps, plan and implement Midweek/Sunday curriculum, and helping with Rise Up sleep away camp. The role will require bible knowledge, creativity, and patience and love for kids. You can get a full job description and submit a resume, below.
Coming Soon
Daily Prayer Portal & Community Updates
Starting on June 1, Lakewood will begin a special prayer initiative called In Jesus Name. This initiative will include an online prayer portal and daily updates from our lay members that will inspire, uplift, and help focus our minds on God’s mission in our community. More information will be coming soon!
Join Us This Sunday
Sermon: The Gospel of Luke
Speaker: Senior Pastor, John Stephenson
Scripture: Luke 6:37-42
Year-To-Date Financial Report
How Can We Pray For You?
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