Lakeside Light Podcast

On this All Saints’ Sunday, Lakeside Presbyterian Church reflects on the people of faith who have shaped our lives and the Christian hope that sustains us through grief and uncertainty. Drawing on Matthew 5:1–12 and Revelation 7:9–17, this message explores Jesus’ surprising declaration of blessing for those who mourn, seek righteousness, and work for peace. Revelation offers a powerful vision of G...

Church: Lakeside Presbyterian Church Service Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Scripture Readings: Leviticus 19:1–2, 15–18; Matthew 22:34–40 Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Mini...

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026 Worship: 11:00 a.m. Church: Lakeside Presbyterian Church Scripture: Exodus 33:12–23, 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Min...

Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026  Worship: 11:00 a.m.  Church: Lakeside Presbyterian Church  Scripture: Psalm 106:1–5, 19–23, Philippians 4:1–9 Speaker: The Rev. Sharon Clegern Bio: Sharon has a passion for leading and participating in worship.  Completing her Master of Divinity degree from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Sharon graduated in December 2021. Sharon has ministered in parish pastor...

Lakeside Church — Sunday, October 4, 2026 What if God is speaking all around us—and we simply need to learn how to listen? Psalm 19 begins with one of Scripture’s most beautiful images: the heavens declaring the glory of God. Creation communicates without words, pointing beyond itself toward its Creator. But the psalm doesn't stop there. Psalm 19 moves from creation to God's law, describ...

Lakeside Presbyterian Church — September 27, 2026 What happens when the journey becomes difficult and we begin to wonder whether God is really with us? This week's readings take us into the wilderness. In Exodus 17:1–7 , the Israelites arrive at a place where there is no water. Their frustration quickly turns into fear and accusation. They ask whether God is truly among them. Yet God responds...

Part 3 of 3 — No Fair! What does fairness look like when we encounter the generosity of God? In this final message of the “No Fair!” series, we explore Jonah 3:10–4:11 and Matthew 20:1–16. Jonah is angry because God shows mercy to Nineveh. In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus tells a parable in which workers hired at different times receive the same wage. In both stories, human calculations about fairness c...

In Part 2 of Lakeside Church's three-part series, No Fair! The Math of Forgiveness , we explore the challenging and liberating biblical call to forgive. Peter wants to know how many times he is required to forgive. Jesus' response in Matthew 18:21–35 challenges the very idea that forgiveness should be measured by a limit or a scoreboard. Through the parable of the unforgiving servant, Je...

Sermon Series: Part 1 of 3 Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026 Worship: 11:00 a.m. Church: Lakeside Presbyterian Church Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20  Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminar...

By: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres Scripture: Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20 Date: August 23, 2026 What does our confession of Jesus Christ mean for the way we actually live? This week’s message brings together two powerful passages. In Matthew 16, Peter declares Jesus to be the Messiah, the Son of the living God. In Romans 12, Paul describes the transformed life that flows from belonging to Chri...

In this week’s Lakeside Light Podcast, we explore Genesis 45:1–15 and Psalm 133 and consider what these Scriptures teach us about forgiveness, reconciliation, and Christian unity. Joseph’s encounter with his brothers reminds us that God can work through even the most painful chapters of our lives. Psalm 133 reminds us that unity among God’s people is both good and precious. This message invites us...

Joseph's betrayal and Peter's fear seem like very different stories, yet both reveal the same faithful God. In this episode we explore how God's purposes continue even when circumstances seem hopeless and how Jesus reaches out to us when fear causes us to sink. Scripture: Genesis 37:18–28 Matthew 14:22–33 You'll discover: What Joseph teaches us about trusting God's unseen...

Why do we keep chasing things that promise fulfillment but leave us empty? This episode explores Isaiah 55:1–5 and Psalm 145:8–9, 14–21, inviting us to recognize our deepest spiritual hunger and God's gracious invitation to abundant life. Discover how God's steadfast love satisfies what success, possessions, and accomplishments never can. In this episode you'll discover: Why Isaiah...

Join Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Lakeside Park, Kentucky as General Presbyter Lisa Allgood explores How do we respond when our hearts are broken by the condition of our world, our families, or our communities? In this message from Nehemiah 1:1–2:6 and 1 John 5:14, we discover how God transforms concern into courageous action through prayer. Before Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls, he first k...

Scriptures: Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24, Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lak...

Scriptures: Romans 8:1-11, Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23   Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Lig...

Scriptures: Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30  Bio: John Hodges-Batzka serves as the Coordinator of the Northern Kentucky Youth Group (Illumination), providing youth programming for several area PCUSA and UCC churches. A Detroit-area native, John received his Masters of Divinity degree from Vanderbilt University Divinity School, where he met his wife, Diana. They live in Bellevue with their...

Scriptures: Jeremiah 20:7-13, Matthew 10:24-39  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light...

Scriptures: Romans 5:1-8, Matthew 9:35-10:8  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light Pod...

Scriptures Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light Podcast. This...

Scriptures: Psalm 8, Matthew 28:16-20  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light Podcast....

Scriptures: Acts 2:1-21  Bio: Sharon has a passion for leading and participating in worship.  Completing her Master of Divinity degree from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Sharon graduated in December 2021. Sharon has ministered in parish pastoral care, Christian education, and small group ministry since the mid-eighties and youth ministry since 2011. She served on the Presbytery Youth Connec...

Scriptures: Acts 1:6-14, Luke 24:44-53  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light Podcast....

Scriptures: Acts 17:22-31, John 14:15-21  Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch Thank you for joining the Lakeside Light Podcas...

Scriptures: Acts 6:8-13, 15 Acts7:51-60  Bio: Sharon has a passion for leading and participating in worship.  Completing her Master of Divinity degree from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Sharon graduated in December 2021. Sharon has ministered in parish pastoral care, Christian education, and small group ministry since the mid-eighties and youth ministry since 2011. She served on the Presbyt...