Christmas at Youthfront
On Saturday, December 4 from 6p-10p, experience the wonder of the holiday season in this festive event for the whole family! Fully decked out for Christmas, Youthfront’s Camp West features an illuminated lake walk with interactive experiences to retell the Nativity story. Sip hot chocolate by a bonfire, enjoy music, handcrafted treats, family game stations, Simon the Donkey and much more! Those that would like to, can meet at Lakeland at 5:15 and we can drive over together. For advanced ticket sales, it is $10/ person and $12/person at the gate. 3 years and younger are free. Buy your tickets at https://youthfront.com/christmas/buytickets/
Please contact Jodi Turnbough for questions at jodit@lakelandcommunity.org.
On Saturday, December 4 from 6p-10p, experience the wonder of the holiday season in this festive event for the whole family! Fully decked out for Christmas, Youthfront’s Camp West features an illuminated lake walk with interactive experiences to retell the Nativity story. Sip hot chocolate by a bonfire, enjoy music, handcrafted treats, family game stations, Simon the Donkey and much more! Those that would like to, can meet at Lakeland at 5:15 and we can drive over together. For advanced ticket sales, it is $10/ person and $12/person at the gate. 3 years and younger are free. Buy your tickets at https://youthfront.com/christmas/buytickets/
Please contact Jodi Turnbough for questions at jodit@lakelandcommunity.org.
Prepare for the Season of Advent
THE SEASON OF ADVENT IS COMING: In a few weeks we'll begin the season of Advent. Join us on Sunday Mornings to learn more about this sacred season, but start now by setting aside thirty minutes to an hour on Sunday Nights during the four weeks leading up to Christmas to gather with family and/or friends.
THE SEASON OF ADVENT IS COMING: In a few weeks we'll begin the season of Advent. Join us on Sunday Mornings to learn more about this sacred season, but start now by setting aside thirty minutes to an hour on Sunday Nights during the four weeks leading up to Christmas to gather with family and/or friends.
Hanging of the Greens
Chili/Cornbread Cook Off and Potluck
Join us Monday, November 22 for Lakeland’s Annual Hanging of the Greens celebration. Festivities kick off at 6pm There will be a chili and cornbread cook off (judging to begin at 6:15), potluck meal, cookie decorating and decorating the church for Christmas. Sign up for the Chili and Cornbread Cook Off AND other potluck items at the following link lakelandcommunity.org/greens
The first place prize for the Chili Cook Off will win a $50 gift card! $25 to the first place Cornbread Cook Off winner! Runner up prizes will also be allotted.
Contact Twila Lahey at twilal@lakelandcommunity.org. with any questions. Mark your calendars and sign up NOW for a yummy contribution!
Chili/Cornbread Cook Off and Potluck
Join us Monday, November 22 for Lakeland’s Annual Hanging of the Greens celebration. Festivities kick off at 6pm There will be a chili and cornbread cook off (judging to begin at 6:15), potluck meal, cookie decorating and decorating the church for Christmas. Sign up for the Chili and Cornbread Cook Off AND other potluck items at the following link lakelandcommunity.org/greens
The first place prize for the Chili Cook Off will win a $50 gift card! $25 to the first place Cornbread Cook Off winner! Runner up prizes will also be allotted.
Contact Twila Lahey at twilal@lakelandcommunity.org. with any questions. Mark your calendars and sign up NOW for a yummy contribution!
Welcoming the Stranger Afghan Evacuee Home Collection
We are collecting items to set up new homes for two Afghan evacuee families who will be arriving in Kansas City over the next few months. Furniture and household items may be new or used, as long as they remain in good condition. Please note that the best option in this situation is usually the basic version of whichever item[s] you select.
Us this form lakelandcommunity.org/welcoming Also, after you choose an item the next page will display a dropdown menu showing the needed quantities for each entry, so be sure to select the number you are planning to provide. Smaller items can be dropped off in the lobby at Lakeland on Sunday mornings in the month of November. For larger items, or if you arrange for something to be shipped, please contact Shelly Dyer at knowandrely@yahoo.com to coordinate drop off/delivery. We would like to have all items in hand by December 1 so we can be prepared to move quickly when we receive notice of an arriving family.
If you would like to donate funds for purchasing groceries or any additional items, you can give online via Lakeland's website. Be sure to select "Welcoming the Stranger" from the drop down list.
Shelly Dyer at knowandrely@yahoo.com with any questions. Thanks in advance for your help as we work together to welcome the stranger!
We are collecting items to set up new homes for two Afghan evacuee families who will be arriving in Kansas City over the next few months. Furniture and household items may be new or used, as long as they remain in good condition. Please note that the best option in this situation is usually the basic version of whichever item[s] you select.
Us this form lakelandcommunity.org/welcoming Also, after you choose an item the next page will display a dropdown menu showing the needed quantities for each entry, so be sure to select the number you are planning to provide. Smaller items can be dropped off in the lobby at Lakeland on Sunday mornings in the month of November. For larger items, or if you arrange for something to be shipped, please contact Shelly Dyer at knowandrely@yahoo.com to coordinate drop off/delivery. We would like to have all items in hand by December 1 so we can be prepared to move quickly when we receive notice of an arriving family.
If you would like to donate funds for purchasing groceries or any additional items, you can give online via Lakeland's website. Be sure to select "Welcoming the Stranger" from the drop down list.
Shelly Dyer at knowandrely@yahoo.com with any questions. Thanks in advance for your help as we work together to welcome the stranger!
Hope Center Thanksgiving Dinner
Lakeland will be sponsoring a Thanksgiving Dinner for the Hope Center again this year! The Hope Center offers an annual Thanksgiving Dinner to their after-school program students and their families. Join us by donating money on the app or website Giving tab to cater this meal and support their time of worship and celebration of the good things happening through The Hope Center! Donations accepted through the end of November. Direct questions to Twila Lahey at twilal@lakelandcommunity.org.
Lakeland will be sponsoring a Thanksgiving Dinner for the Hope Center again this year! The Hope Center offers an annual Thanksgiving Dinner to their after-school program students and their families. Join us by donating money on the app or website Giving tab to cater this meal and support their time of worship and celebration of the good things happening through The Hope Center! Donations accepted through the end of November. Direct questions to Twila Lahey at twilal@lakelandcommunity.org.
Family Ministry Updates
Parents, join these Lakeland Connect Groups to stay up to date with information and activities for your kids.
Click HERE to join the "Kindling Parents and Events" Group (Birth-Preschool).
Click HERE to see what we are learning in Kindling this week (Birth-Preschool).
Click HERE to join the "Campfire Parents and Events" Group (K-4).
Click HERE to view Campfire worship, weekly lesson and devotions (K-4).
Parents, join these Lakeland Connect Groups to stay up to date with information and activities for your kids.
Click HERE to join the "Kindling Parents and Events" Group (Birth-Preschool).
Click HERE to see what we are learning in Kindling this week (Birth-Preschool).
Click HERE to join the "Campfire Parents and Events" Group (K-4).
Click HERE to view Campfire worship, weekly lesson and devotions (K-4).
UPCOMING SERMONS
Information about upcoming Sunday morning teachings
November 28
Garrett Lahey: Joseph's Christmas Dreams
If you've ever had a strange dream, heard a voice in prayer, or been a part of a spiritual "coincidence" this week is for you. When you feel out of good options, Behold! God shows up with a plan that can only be a dream!
Garrett Lahey: Joseph's Christmas Dreams
If you've ever had a strange dream, heard a voice in prayer, or been a part of a spiritual "coincidence" this week is for you. When you feel out of good options, Behold! God shows up with a plan that can only be a dream!
December 5
Garrett Lahey: Christmas Dreams of the Magi
Some people believe God could not be speaking to them because they aren't "religious". But come hear the Christmas Story and be convinced otherwise!
Garrett Lahey: Christmas Dreams of the Magi
Some people believe God could not be speaking to them because they aren't "religious". But come hear the Christmas Story and be convinced otherwise!
December 12
Garrett Lahey: Herod's Nightmare Before Christmas
Trust in God is difficult, especially when the scriptures or our own prayers seem to be leading us in a direction that is scary, or that we don't understand. In this message we learn to trust God.
Garrett Lahey: Herod's Nightmare Before Christmas
Trust in God is difficult, especially when the scriptures or our own prayers seem to be leading us in a direction that is scary, or that we don't understand. In this message we learn to trust God.
December 19
Garrett Lahey: Christmas Dreams of Joy
This is the season of joy! How do you find joy when everything's falling apart? This message is for anyone this Christmas who is having a hard time finding the joy of the season.
Garrett Lahey: Christmas Dreams of Joy
This is the season of joy! How do you find joy when everything's falling apart? This message is for anyone this Christmas who is having a hard time finding the joy of the season.
LAKELAND CONNECT
Information about Lakeland Connect and the Lakeland App
Create Account: If you need to create a Lakeland Connect Account go to: https://lakeland.ccbchurch.com/goto/signup
Lakeland Connect Notifications: Turn on notifications for Lakeland Connect to receive notice of information from the church.
Update Profiles: Make sure your Lakeland Connect profile is updated.
If you are having any trouble receiving emails, please contact Emileigh Saulsberry: emileighs@lakelandcommunity.org
Small Groups: If you aren't in a small group, please Contact Marta Gillilan and let her know. She will help you find a place for you to at least connect with others in the church online.
Contact Marta Gillilan: martag@lakelandcommunity.org
Lakeland App: Visit lakelandcommunity.org/app for more information no how to use our Lakeland app on android and iOS.
Prayer Requests: You can submit prayer requests by clicking the Prayer button on the Lakeland app. The prayer team will pray through these every week.
Lakeland Connect Notifications: Turn on notifications for Lakeland Connect to receive notice of information from the church.
- Go to your profile
- Click on “actions”
- Select “communication preferences”
- Check each box within the “Attenders – Regular” Group
- Scroll to bottom and hit save
Update Profiles: Make sure your Lakeland Connect profile is updated.
If you are having any trouble receiving emails, please contact Emileigh Saulsberry: emileighs@lakelandcommunity.org
Small Groups: If you aren't in a small group, please Contact Marta Gillilan and let her know. She will help you find a place for you to at least connect with others in the church online.
Contact Marta Gillilan: martag@lakelandcommunity.org
Lakeland App: Visit lakelandcommunity.org/app for more information no how to use our Lakeland app on android and iOS.
Prayer Requests: You can submit prayer requests by clicking the Prayer button on the Lakeland app. The prayer team will pray through these every week.
