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Fear is a very human condition. In fact, healthy fear is necessary for our survival. But we are all haunted by fears of what could happen if … and the Bible speaks about not being afraid. So what’s up with that?! How can we not fear? And what do we do when we’re in a situation that paralyzes us with fear? Join us for this message as Pastor Robyn Elliott tackles this monster of fear, not with pithy...

Jesus gets in trouble for eating with the “wrong people,” and instead of apologizing or making excuses, he tells a few stories to flip the script and challenge the religious leaders’ system for wecloming people into community. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon shows that that while 2,000 years old, this parable serves to shows us that everyone is welcome at Jesus’ table, and that it’s about dire...

How do we follow Jesus? Do we just say a prayer or agree to a set of beliefs? We don’t have to guess. Jesus actually told us how to do it, and it might be more shocking than you realize. The power systems of the world, and sometimes even the church, don’t like the way of Jesus. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we delve into some of Jesus’ more difficult teaching from Luke 14:25-35.

If you've been around church for any length of time, you might know a story from Luke 14 that Jesus tells, but doesn't really apply at face value. There is so much going on in this passage where Jesus reacts strongly to a system and structure built on keeping wealth and privilege fenced off, and invites us to rethink and rebuild our way of connecting with others. SERMON QUESTIONS: https://lakeside...

Have you ever worked really hard to get somewhere, only to realize, you were going the wrong way? And every bit of effort in the wrong direction took you further from where you wanted to go. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a warning that Jesus gives to the religious leaders, that applies just as much to us today as it did back then, and if we miss it, there is a good chance we...

A Conversation About Sexuality Pt. 2 by Lakeside Church

What’s with the “dead guy bread?” That was a question posed from someone wondering about communion. Fair enough. It’s a GREAT question. One we probably haven’t really considered. We just do it because Jesus asked us to. But what’s at the heart of it? What does it mean and why do we do it? Hint: it has to do with why Jesus died and it may not be what you think. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott...

If you grew up asking "Is ____ a sin?" there is a good chance you inherited a version of the Christian faith that was a product of doing exactly the opposite of what the earliest Jesus followers believed you should do. What if there was a better way, a simpler way, and more life-changing way? A way that feels more in line with the way we were created, which is not to live in response to rules, but...

Deep Faith, pt. 2 | Nov 6 by Lakeside Church

Can we love others with whom we don't share opinions or views? Can we share spaces with those we disagree with? Pastor Marc walks us through the first part of final section of our "What Difference Does It Make?" series encouraging us to have deep faith and a wide embrace.

When you say the word “church” there’s any number of impressions that people have from the sexual scandals on our news feeds, global colonization, abuse of power experienced by First Nations families, and warm memories of embrace and where they first met Jesus. For so many, church is an antiquated institution that has no place in today’s culture. We beg to differ! Join Pastor Robyn as we explore J...

This is the beginning on an ongoing conversation at Lakeside Church. This talk also contains mature subject matter so viewer discretion is advised.

Does the church make any difference … really? It’s a question worth asking, particularly in our polarized society. A question worth asking in the midst of church scandals and people leaving hurt. In this message, we explore the third pillar in our dream for the church: Oasis – a place of refuge and belonging. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we go back to the beginning and see that this was God’s plan...

Have you ever met someone who decided faith and religion had too many rules, so they just left? But what if they left unnecessarily? And what if God shares their frustration and actually has a different plan? In this message from Pastor Marc Gagnon, we dig into the theme found all throughout scripture that we were never meant to live in response to rules, but to love.

Guest speaker Steevens Audige tells the story of the prodigal son highlighting the difference between the rebellious and the religious son and the grace that God offers to each and every one of us.

There are a lot of things associated with the Christian faith that are not from Christ - and a lot of things we could probably get rid of - but there is one thing we simply can’t ignore if we want to live fully alive. It’s the most unique idea in all of human history. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon shows us how the presence, power, and love of God is available to each of us - every single one...

A racial reckoning. Unexpected political groundswells. Hidden graves. The battle over government mandates. The #metoo movement. The #churchtoo movement. Celebrity scandals. Church and pastor scandals. The last few years have brought to the surface so many things to process, leaving more and more people asking questions and wrestling with some big issues. The church has often not been a safe place...

What would you give to go on a life-changing adventure? How much time would you be willing to invest? How much money would you be willing to pay? What if we told you it would take three minutes a day and would cost you nothing? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon introduces a plan to help us renew ourselves and rebuild our church by investing just three minutes every day focusing on two simple pra...

We live in an increasingly polarized world. How do we respond when the world and the church wants to divide people into “Us” vs. “Them”? In this message, Pastor Mike Tabet teaches us about the Enemy-Making Machine and how Jesus responded to a very polarizing question.

What do we do with our deepest sorrows and most precious hatreds? How do we pray in the midst of deep pain and dark emotions? Can we? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott leads us into an ancient, raw, uncensored passage that may alarm and offend you. You may even be shocked that it’s in the Bible. But it’s a passage that invites us into honest prayer and gives us permission to be human.

Pastor Marc continues his message highlighting spiritual gifts.

Pastor Marc walks us through spiritual gifts and how you can use your giftings to be His hands and feet in ministry and community.

Guest speaker Jonathon Puddle explores Galatians 5 and how our walk with Jesus boils down to a single commandment.

Do you feel like you're living out of your true calling or out of other people’s expectations? Do you wonder if you're where you're meant to be? In this message, we look into the life of a man who was living under the weight of labels slapped on him by society, culture, and family, and how an encounter with Jesus CHANGED him and FREED him to live out of his true self. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as...

Let Your Life Speak, Pt. 1 | July 24, 2022 by Lakeside Church