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 - Gary Bassham
The Last Words Of Christ
Word From the Pastor
- Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do. Luke 23:34
- Assuredly I say, today you will be with Me in Paradise. Luke 23:43
- Women, behold Your son...Behold your mother! John 19:26
- “Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? ...My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” Matthew 27:46
- I Thirst! John 19:28
- It is finished! John 19:30
- Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit. Luke 23:46
- Conclusion
And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice, and yielded up His Spirit. Then, behold, the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom… Matthew 27:50-51
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.
Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Good Friday Please join us Friday, April 18th at 7:00 PM for our Good Friday Service with long table Communion.
Easter Sunday Our Easter Service will be at 9:30 AM. The 11:00 AM Sunday School Classes will not be meeting.
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 Matthew, 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
- Good Friday Service and Communion
Saturday
- Lake Men’s Basketball
Upcoming Events
April
20 – Easter Service
25–28 – Men’s Retreat at Diamond Lake
26 – Online Mission Auction Opens
May
4 – Mission Auction & Italian Luncheon
17 – Youth Group Board Games
30–June 1 – Youth Group End of Year Beach Campout
June
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!
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 Monings 10:00 to 11:30 AM. Age Group: High school juniors and older (for safety, maturity, and competitive reasons).
Men’s Retreat and Fishing Trip
Men’s Retreat – Diamond Lake, April 25th to 28th.
Includes three 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
Marriage Reminder: Expect to meet the best and worst parts of yourself and each other. This is not a problem if you recognize the places you need to grow and evolve for the sake of a lifelong and fulfilling partnership. If you two focus on your marriage as a team, you will experience another level of intimacy and connection. Psalm 51:12 “Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and make me willing to obey you.”
Giving Summary
Giving to Date
Last Week
| Budgeted Contributions | $19,808 |
| Contributions Received | $31,581 |
| Contribution Surplus | $11,773 |
Fiscal Year-to-Date | |
| Budgeted Contributions | $792,320 |
| Contributions Received | $820,061 |
| Contributions Surplus | $27,741 |
Thank you for your faithfulness.
Ministry Spotlight
Our Uganda-Oaxaca 2025 Mission Auction Is In Sight!
Please save Sunday, May 4th for a day of joyful worship and praise as we gather together to support our “Fear Not! Follow Jesus!” Mission Auction.
Our mission teams are again readying to embark on our June mission to Uganda and our October mission to Oaxaca.
In addition, we have a fantastic lunch planned. You can preview and purchase tickets for this lunch in the narthex after service.
A lot rich history of our church stands behind these great missions all of which have been supported by our fun-filled auction!
This year will contain plenty of excitement as our usual…but worthy…prize opportunities will arise along with some New and Great great ways arise along with some new and great ways to get together and have fun enjoying the fact that this is advancing the Kingdom of our great and loving Lord!
Mission Ministry
2025 Mission Auction and Tour of Italy Lunch
The 2025 Mission Auction & Tour of Italy Lunch is coming!
Sunday May 4th at 11:30 AM – Save the Date!
Tickets for the lunch and Auction sign ups are available.
We are looking for Auction donations, (new items, gift certificates, services) Contact Stacy at stacyo@lakebiblechurch.com
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.