Lakeside United Methodist Church https://lakesideumc.net Welcoming, Growing & Serving through Christ's love for the renewal of our community. Sun, 31 May 2026 19:33:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://lakesideumc.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cropped-Lakeside_Logo_Blue-32x32.jpg Lakeside United Methodist Church https://lakesideumc.net 32 32 160118424 We Need Each Other https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/we-need-each-other/ Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19346

Sermon Title: We Need Each Other

Scripture: Luke 1:13-17, 39-45

Description: It may be the start of summer, but the Christmas story has begun, as the newly pregnant Mary rushes off to the safety and welcome of her relative Elizabeth’s home. When she finds a similarly miraculous pregnancy, the two women realize that their relationship is a blessing that will span generations.

We Need Each Other

by Rev. Dan Wunderlich | Luke 1:13-17, 39-45

]]> 19346 The Church is the People https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/the-church-is-the-people/ Mon, 25 May 2026 00:16:27 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19338

Sermon Title: The Church is the People

Scripture: Acts 2:1-6

Description: When you talk about “the Church,” what—or who—do you mean? When Jesus envisioned his Church, what do you think he saw?

The Church is the People

by Rev. Dan Wunderlich | Acts 2:1-6

]]> 19338 Summer Nights 2026 https://lakesideumc.net/announcement/summernights2026/ Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:46 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=17952
]]> 17952 Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/faithfulness-gentleness-and-self-control/ Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:52 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19307

Sermon Title: Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Description: Faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control are fruits that express themselves through our character. They also give us a window into how God wants us to love ourselves.

Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control

by Rev. Dan Wunderlich | Matthew 11:28-30

]]> 19307 Food Pantry Donation Sprint – Summer 2026 https://lakesideumc.net/announcement/food-pantry-donation-sprint-summer-2026/ Sun, 03 May 2026 18:34:02 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19317

Help us stock the food pantries at our partner elementary schools before Summer Break!

The list of requested items is below. Flip top cans are preferred over ones that require a can opener.

Please drop off donations by May 17.

You can also use the button below to order from Amazon and have it delivered directly to Lakeside.

Amazon Wishlist

RECOMMENDED ITEMS

  • Peanut Butter
  • Jelly
  • Caned Chicken
  • Caned Pasta
  • Mac and Cheese
  • Cereal
  • Boxed Milk
  • Instant Oatmeal
  • Breakfast Bars
  • Vienna Sausages
  • Cookies
  • Chips/Takis
  • Ramen Noodles
  • Soup
  • Crackers
]]> 19317 Patience, Kindness, and Goodness https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/patience-kindness-and-goodness/ Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:04 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19303

Sermon Title: Patience, Kindness, and Goodness

Scripture: Ephesians 2:3-7

Description: The fruits of love, joy, and peace gave us a window into our connection with God. Patience, kindness, and goodness give us a chance to see how God is growing us in our relationship with each other.

Patience, Kindness, and Goodness

by Rev. Dan Wunderlich | Ephesians 2:3-7

]]> 19303 Love, Joy, and Peace https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/love-joy-and-peace/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:36 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19297

Sermon Title: Love, Joy, and Peace

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Description: It is no mistake that love finds itself at the front of the line in the Fruit of the Spirit, as this is repeatedly the facet of God and sign of a faithful life that Paul elevates. Joy and peace are also ones that are deeply rooted in our connection to and focus on God.

Love, Joy, and Peace

by Rev. Dan Wunderlich | 1 John 4:7-16

]]> 19297 Bearing Fruit https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/bearing-fruit/ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:04 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19288

Sermon Title: Bearing Fruit

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25

Description: We began the year exploring spiritual practices that help us better recognize the presence and activity of God in our lives. But how do we know if we’re growing? How do we know if we’re fulfilling our original calling to be fruitful.

Bearing Fruit

by Rev. Dan Wunderlich | Galatians 5:22-25

]]> 19288 Touching Jesus https://lakesideumc.net/sermons/touching-jesus/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:06 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19278

Sermon Title: Touching Jesus

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Description: Jesus has been raised from the dead! He appears unexpectedly two disciples on the road to Emmaus. Later he shows up behind locked doors, to the surprise and delight of the disciples. These appearances continue for 50 days, and then Jesus ascends to the Father just before Pentecost.
Is Jesus still around? Is the only access we have to him through prayer?

Touching Jesus

by Rev. Dr. Mark Abbott | Matthew 25:34-40

]]> 19278 Rainforest Falls VBS – June 8-12, 2026 https://lakesideumc.net/announcement/rainforest-falls-vbs-june-8-12-2026/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:00:41 +0000 https://lakesideumc.net/?p=19235

June 8-12, 2026 - 9:00am - Noon

Welcome to Rainforest Falls VBS-the summer event that guides kids in exploring the nature of God! At Rainforest Falls, we will discover more about our loving Creator who knows us and loves us forever. You can expect a week full of faith discoveries, memorable music, and epic adventures that help kids grow in faith! Space is limited so sign up today!

Registration is now open!

Group Discounts are available to families registering more than one child attendee.

There is also a 50 percent discount for children of adult volunteers. Please e-mail dmorse@lakesideumc.net for the adult volunteer discount code prior to registration. 

Registering a Student?

Student Registration

Volunteer Interest Form:

I Want to Help!
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