This Week @ LPC August 6, 2023

As long as there is algebra there will be prayer in school.

- Larry

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A note from Pastor Joy...

Dear Lakewood Family,

As summer time begins to wind down, I feel a great sense of gratitude for the many evidences of God’s faithfulness and the Spirit’s movement in our midst as we seek to follow Jesus and share in his ministry. One of the things that our Lakewood Vision ministry asked you to do at the beginning of the summer was to complete a survey. The fact that we had over 90% participation was phenomenal and shows how truly invested the members of LPC are in our shared ministry.

In August, we will be moving into the next phase of the Hope and a Future project which will involve opportunities to reflect on and discuss the elements of vital ministries and congregations. A 7-week sermon series will begin on August 13. Each week following worship, there will be a class in Benz Hall. During the class we will have a chance to go deeper into the week’s topic and time for discussion. The same class will also be offered on Monday evenings with the option to participate by Zoom. By offering options, we hope that more people will be able to participate. The classes will be taught by different members of the Lakewood Vision Team each week.

Jesus is most certainly alive with us and the Spirit is most certainly moving among us. The goal of this process is that we would intentionally give our attention and our hearts to Jesus as we seek to be aligned with him and his purpose for our church at this time in our lives. I’m so grateful for your participation so far and look forward to the learning, and discussing, and dreaming that we will be doing together soon.

Peace be with you,

Pastor Joy

Sunday Morning Worship

August 6, 2023

Please join us this Sunday morning for worship as Director of Youth & Christian Education Brian Mitchell brings the Word from the books of Matthew & Luke in his sermon Mary, the last week in the summer series Here I Am, Lord.

Join in person at 10 am or online by clicking the link below.

Watch Online

Whether you love to serve, bake, or shop we've got a place for you to share your talents. Click here for more information.

"Where there is HOPE, there is FAITH, where there is faith MIRACLES happen." We are praying for you. Download the prayer list here.

Sanctuary Flowers

The 2023 flower sign up is here! Click the button below to pick your week. Be sure and add your dedication. If you don't have one yet, put "TBD" in the Dedication box. Thank you!

Available Upcoming dates:

8/27, 10/1, & 10/8

Flower Signup

Announcements

If you have an announcement you would like shared on Sunday morning, please email the church office no later than Thursday at 3 pm. Announcements requested after this deadline (including Sunday morning) will be given top priority for the following Sunday. Thank you for your cooperation!

Bag Ladies

We are in need of travel size toiletries for the bags we fill for the children at Hubbard House. Donations are needed throughout the year & may be dropped off in the church office or in the Bag Ladies’ wagon in the Coleman Room. Thank you!

Online Giving

We are updating our online giving platform. If you have scheduled recurring online giving, please contact the church office so we can provide you with the information needed to set up your gifts on the new platform.

Lakewood Vision

Hope & a Future Class Schedule

All Sunday classes will be held at 11:00 am in Benz Hall.

On-line classes will be held the following Monday (or Tuesday) at 7 pm via Zoom.

Links to join the on-line classes will be sent out in the newsletter the Thursday before class. Please contact Frank Wood, Lakewood Vision Moderator with any questions.

Sunday, August 13 & Monday, August 14

Pastor Joy Laughridge

Living Our Faith

(Life-Long Discipleship)

Sunday, August 20 & Monday, August 21

Brian Mitchell & Frank Wood

Sharing the Good News

(Intentional Evengelism)

Monday, August 28

Elizabeth Ross

Love Our Neighbor

(Outward Focus)

Sunday, September 3 & Tuesday, September 5

Michael Sullivan

Sharing & Developing

(Servant Leadership)

Sunday, September 10 & Monday, September 11

Karen Green

The Joy of Worship

(Inspired Worship)

Sunday, September 17 & Monday, September 18

Amanda Nelson

Our Family

(Caring Relationships)

Sunday, September 24 & Monday, September 25

Rev Vickie Bossuot

Your Hopes & Dreams for Lakewood

Sunday, October 1 & Monday, October 2

Frank Wood

Who We Are

(Ecclesial Health)

Canned Pasta Drive

ONE MORE WEEK!

We will be collecting canned pasta each week in Sunday morning worship to help fill the shelves at UCOM.

Please help us reach our goal of collecting 500 cans!

It's time to fire up those sewing machines, sharpen your tools, & get your creative juices flowing. The LPC Fall Mission Fair will be here before you know it and we would love to feature your handmade items. Please contact Nancy Carlton for details, more information, or if you have any questions.

Saturday 8/5

5 pm - Family Fish Fry & Old Man Band in Benz Hall (Menu: Fried Fish, Chicken Tenders, Cole Slaw, Hushpuppies, & Dessert)

Monday 8/7

5:30 pm – Chair Yoga in the Youth Hut

Tuesday, 8/8

2:30 pm - Presbyterian Women Bible Study in the Coleman Room
6:30 pm - BUNCO at the home of Kathy Saig

Wednesday 8/9

5:30 pm – Band Practice in the Sanctuary

Saturday 8/12

9:00 am - Bag Ladies in Benz Hall

For a complete list of upcoming events, visit our website at www.lpcjax.org/events.

Let the good times roll!

If you missed last month's BUNCO Night, here's your chance to eat, play & fellowship! Please bring a snack or beverage to share. Click the button below or call the church office to sign up.

BUNCO Signup

When: Tuesday, August 8

Time: 6:30 pm

Where: Kathy Saig's Home

Parent Support Group

When: Tuesday, August 14

Time: 6 pm

Where: Sanctuary Building, Session Room

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Pattie Pallay will be leading a support group for parents with children of all ages (birth-adult) who are seeking support with children who are neurodivergent, have physical disabilities, are struggling with mental illness or just daily life. No registration is required.