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Sunday's Message

Have you ever wondered whether what you have to offer really makes a difference? It’s easy to compare ourselves with others—or let fear keep us from using the gifts God has placed in our hands. But even the ordinary moments of life hold opportunities to share his love.

Join us this Sunday as we explore Jesus’ parable of the talents and discover how knowing the goodness of our Lord changes the way we live in the message titled "Faithful with What God Has Given" based on Matthew 25:14-30. The other Scripture passages are from Zephaniah 1:7-16 and 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. 

Altar Flowers

To the Glory of God!

We have a remaining sponsorship date available for 2026... If you can sponsor them, please stop by the information center or email the church office. Cost is $25 per arrangement.

Kidz Connection

Kidz Connection meets Sundays for PK-5^th grade following praise songs. Kids should attend worship until the songs are done, then Pastor will release them to join in the ARK for Kidz Connection. (Activity bags are available for kids that want to stay in worship with their families.)

Children's Christmas Service - Sunday, December 20 at 10 AM

Notes from Shannon...Practice for the Children's Christmas program will be during Sunday School all Sundays leading up to Christmas. Christmas Program will be during service the morning of December 20^th with MANDATORY dress rehearsal on Saturday, the 19^th .  Any questions, see Shannon Johnson or text her at 231-286-1517.

Nursery

Our Nursery is staffed on Sunday mornings. The room is also open for parents to change diapers or to have a place to nurse while still being able to listen to the sermon via the in-room speaker system. If you have any questions or concerns, please connect with Shannon Johnson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Worship Service Live Streaming

Check us out on Facebook! We have our sermons posted LIVE there on Sunday mornings! You can also "Like" Lakeshore Fellowship on Facebook to receive notifications when we post LIVE!

We now also have YouTube live streaming as well and can be found at this link.

Governance Ministry Board meetings

Did you know that our Governance Ministry Board meetings happen monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 6:30 pm. Anyone is welcome to attend a meeting, but you first need to alert the Chairperson, one week prior to the meeting, letting them know what your concerns might be and how much time you may require at the meeting. Any questions, please call our church office at 616-846-8556 or Art Schroeder, Chairperson of the GMB at 260-409-2771. Next meeting is on November10th. 

First Priority Annual Banquet

First Priority of the Lakeshore will be hosting their annual banquet on Monday, November 9th from 6-8 pm at Watermark Church in Grand Haven. You must register ASAP. Simply go to www.firstprioritylakeshore.com to register. Many members of Lakeshore Lutheran attend...so you will likely see familiar faces! This event is very fun, has a silent auction and great stories of local High School & Middle School ministry are shared. Get your tickets today!!!

LUTHERAN YOUNG ADULT GATHERING 2027

July 28-31, 2027 | Nebraska

Young Adults, ages 18-29, are invited to the 1st HODOS Lutheran Young Adult Gathering at King of Kings Lutheran Church in Omaha, Neb. next summer. Explore real-world conversations, connect with other young adults from across the country, and gather around God's Word, prayer, music, and worship. For more information or to register, visit hodosway.com/lyag_2027.

Community Groups

 Joining a Community Group at Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship is an amazing way to connect with our church family and its community! Many of these groups meet in homes either weekly/bi-monthly/monthly to connect with other Christians, offering a way to meet others, pray for each other and spend time in God’s word together. If you would like to be connected with a group, please email Deborah Schroeder at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Email our Community Group Coordinator, Deborah Schroeder This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to say you want to join, host or lead a group!

Women's Christmas Tea - DECEMBER 6th

Mark your calendars...Women's Christmas Tea will be on Sunday, December 6th, 3-5 pm. Come enjoy treats and time of wonderful fellowship with us! Sign up at the Information Center soon. This event is free.  Any questions, please see Brenda Kling.

Women's Christmas Luncheon - December 16th

Women's Annual Christmas Party/Lunch to be held at TED's in Spring Lake at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, December 16th. Even if you have never attended a women's event, try this one. We have so much fun! There will be a sign up coming soon. Plan to bring a $15 gift for a "gift exchange game". Also, just so you know...you will order & pay for your own lunch. Hope to see you there!

Men's Huddle - Weekly on Thursdays

Every Thursday morning from 8:30-9:30 am, a great group of guys meet for a time of coffee, fellowship, prayer and projects. They make sure the baptismal font is filled, the candles are set for Sunday, chairs/tables are managed as needed and various other small tasks. Once completed, they meet for a time of fellowship and prayer. This group is open for any man that would like to join. Any questions, please connect with Randy Deater at 616-402-5248.

Men's Prayer Breakfast and Bible Study - Monthly

Meets every second Saturday of the month in the Atrium. Come anytime between 7–7:30 am for breakfast and then 7:30-8:30 am is the study & prayer time. All men are welcome to join Saturday, November 14th! Any questions, please call Randy Deater at 616-402-5248.

Lakeshore's Weekly Prayer Theme

Prayer of the Week - 24th Sunday after Trinity

Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that they may lay hold of your gracious promises by faith and in their lives bring forth abundant fruit; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Remember in Your Prayers

Connie Cook came through her surgery wonderfully and was able to be moved from ICU the next day. She is on the east side of the state, near her daughters. Let's keep Connie in our prayers with thanksgiving to our Lord for the successful surgery and skill given to the hospital staff. We pray for Connie's pain control, speedy recovery, and complete healing.

Pastor Chris is safely home from Omaha, NE! Please continue to keep his mother in your prayers for her transition from living on her own to living in a senior care community. 

Praise the Lord for Tom Spelman's successful heart surgery on November 6th. Please continue his complete and a speedy recovery.

Prayer requests above come from our members via Connection Cards, Email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or phone (616-846-8556). Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship greatly values the power of prayer by encouraging members to pray for each other! If you desire to pray for others in our church family, please request to be added to the PRAYER LINE by emailing Carol McFall at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

• Are you going into the hospital for surgery? Are you experiencing a crisis in your life? Do you need pastoral care? If you would like your Deacon/Deaconess or Pastor to contact you; please connect with the church office (616-846-8556 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). 

Lakeshore's Weekly Prayer Theme

Prayer of the Week - 24th Sunday after Trinity

Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that they may lay hold of your gracious promises by faith and in their lives bring forth abundant fruit; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Remember in Your Prayers

Connie Cook came through her surgery wonderfully and was able to be moved from ICU the next day. She is on the east side of the state, near her daughters. Let's keep Connie in our prayers with thanksgiving to our Lord for the successful surgery and skill given to the hospital staff. We pray for Connie's pain control, speedy recovery, and complete healing.

Pastor Chris is safely home from Omaha, NE! Please continue to keep his mother in your prayers for her transition from living on her own to living in a senior care community. 

Praise the Lord for Tom Spelman's successful heart surgery on November 6th. Please continue his complete and a speedy recovery.

Prayer requests above come from our members via Connection Cards, Email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or phone (616-846-8556). Lakeshore Lutheran Fellowship greatly values the power of prayer by encouraging members to pray for each other! If you desire to pray for others in our church family, please request to be added to the PRAYER LINE by emailing Carol McFall at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

• Are you going into the hospital for surgery? Are you experiencing a crisis in your life? Do you need pastoral care? If you would like your Deacon/Deaconess or Pastor to contact you; please connect with the church office (616-846-8556 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). 

Weekly Financial Report

Month to Date (11/1/26 thru 11/11/26)  

• General Fund - Month contributions so far in November $10,088.64

Year to Date (YTD) 2026
General Fund Giving (January thru October 2026) $350,491.86
General Fund Expenses (January thru October 2026) $352,874.92

Tetelestai - Fully Paid Off Mortgage as of October 13, 2026!!! Our Tetelestai Campaign continues to support future needs of Lakeshore. 

Did you know...Individuals age 59 1/2+ can make distributions from an IRA account? For those currently taking a "required minimum distribution" (RMD), there are added tax benefits.  Starting in 2026, you may make a "qualified charitable distribution" (QCD) of up to $111,000.00 from your IRA and pay ZERO TAX, provided gifts are a direct transfer to Lakeshore Lutheran from your financial institution. These distributions also qualify as part or all of your RMD requirement. They may even lower your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), which can help avoid higher Medicare Part B premiums and other income-based limits. If you are interested in blessing Lakeshore Lutheran with a charitable distribution from your IRA, please contact the church office or your personal IRA account representative. Thank you. 

If you would like to give electronically, by utilizing our Vanco App...scan this QR code to get started.

Grand Haven High School Fall Musical - Wizard of Oz

One of our Lakeshore Lutheran Youth members will be performing in the high school play this fall, Jacob Wallish. He will be part of the musical "Wizard of Oz" that will have performances at the Grand Haven High School campus on November 13, 14, 15 and November 20 & 21. Tickets can be purchased at "SeatYourself" on https://www.ghaps.org/academics-enrichment/arts/district-arts-calendar/ Just click on the tickets tab at the bottom of that page.

Bring in your empty printer/ink cartridges for recycling

Our office is collecting your empty ink cartridges and recycling them for savings at a local store. Please help us defray the cost office supplies. Bring in your empty cartridges and give them to the person behind the Information Center. (There will be a container under the counter for them to place them in.) Thank you all for this support!! Any questions, please contact our office at 616-846-8556.

SCRIP

Here's the Scoop...Buying Scrip helps us earn free money! 
Scrip allows us to order cards from thousands of merchants locally and nationally! You pay nothing extra for the cards, but a small profit from the sale of each card stays at Lakeshore.
Scrip will be available on Sundays following service (in the Atrium) and in the church office on Mondays thru Thursdays from 9 am-2 pm.
(Reminder: Scrip purchases can also be made online at www.shopwithscrip.com. If you are new to online scrip ordering, please contact Dana Saunders at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive Lakeshore's enrollment code.)

Anniversaries and Birthdays (shared monthly)

Note: If your anniversary or birthday is missing from this list, please update the church office. Thank you!  

LOST & FOUND

Lost & Found is FULL! Please stop at the Information Center to see if you are missing things. We have travel mugs, men's shoes - black suede size 13, misc. jewelry items, small Coleman cooler, Bible New Living Translation, etc.

Inclement Weather / Emergency Closings

If a service or event is cancelled, we will notify members via EBlast, Facebook, and our website by 3 PM (Mon–Sat) or 8 AM (Sunday).

Additionally, if Grand Haven or Spring Lake Schools close due to weather, we will cancel events such as Women's Fellowship, Men's Group, CREW (Youth) events, meetings, etc.