On an average Wednesday evening, Lakeside offers adults more than 20 classes and ministry opportunities, primarily in our Adult Education Wing! With our two-track system, adults can enjoy multiple classes/ministries each Wednesday evening. Whether you're looking for a powerful Bible study, learning new skills, or connecting with new friends, there's something for every adult on Wednesday nights. Ministries for youth and children are also provided concurrently with adult classes. Grow in God and make lifetime relationships at Lakeside's "Friends & Family Night!"
FRIENDS & FAMILY NIGHT BROCHURE
March 5 - April 30, 2025
Wednesday Friends & Family Night
Adult Classes and Ministries
The Battle for the Bible Part II
Teacher: Pastor, Dr. Phil Krist
Purpose: Bible Study
Location: Garden Room
A War is Raging! Not long ago, Newsweek Magazine’s cover pictured an open Bible with a spiteful piece declaring the Scriptures to be contradictory, manmade fabrications, and fanciful myths. But Newsweek is out of print and the Bible continues to be the world’s #1 bestseller year after year! Revive your awe for God’s Word by discovering the latest incredible proofs for the Bible’s Divine origin. Part II covers:
- The latest Prophecies fulfilled by Israel;
- Recent archaeological finds proving the Bible’s historicity;
- Bible numerics, mathematical patterns, & the Bible Code;
Discover how the Bible can transform your life, become a Word Warrior and join us for the Battle – The Battle for the Bible!
Healing the Heart - Inner Healing Basics
Teacher: Pastor Randy Neary
Purpose: Christian Growth
Location: Room 19
Join Pastor Randy MACP LPC in a study on the basic topics of Inner Healing from a Biblical point of view. Topics like: Honoring Father and Mother, How We see God, Performance Orientation, Parental Inversion, Heart of Stone, Inner Vows, Identification of love, Slumbering Spirt and others will be covered.
Teacher: Pastor Pat Guido
Purpose: Bible Study
Location: Room 18
The Awe of GodTeacher: John & Pauline Rademaker, Karin Foster
Purpose: Practical Christian Living
Location: Room 20
Biblical men and women who lived and finished well had one common characteristic: holy reverence of God. We’re taking a fresh look at what it means to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling". We are going to discover why it is the foundation of understanding, divine direction, finding freedom from human opinions, being conformed to Christ's image, and more.
Young, Married, and Figuring it Out! (7:00-8:05pm)
Young Marrieds Ministry Leaders: Joe & Lynn Pezzillo
Purpose: Connection Group
Location: The Window Room
Picture this, you just got married to the love of your life, you're expecting that life will now be everything you hoped for and more, but as you begin this new married life together, things get… well… tough. You feel troubled and there's no one you feel that you can turn to that understands! Look no further than Lakeside's Young & Married ministry. This brand-new ministry will encourage you and give you direction! We're so excited to see what God does in this group.
Praying with Power
Teacher: Karlene Jacobsen
Purpose: Christian Growth
Location: Room 15
For those seeking a more powerful prayer life. We will be learning lessons from George Muller as we go through the book “Release the Power of Prayer”
GRACIA (7:00-8:05pm)
Teachers: Henry & Maritza Vasquez
Purpose: Bible Study & Prayer in Spanish
Location: Room 14
Alcanzando almas de habla hispana para Jesucristo El centro mismo y el núcleo te toda la Biblia es la doctrina de la gracia de Dios Descubra las maravillosas riquezas que esta palabra (Gracia) contiene. Porque por gracia sois salvos por medio de la fe; y esto no de vosotros, pues es don de Dios; no por obras, para que nadie se gloríe. Efesios 2:8-9
Reaching Spanish speaking souls for Jesus Christ. The very center and core of the whole Bible is the doctrine of the grace of God. Discover the marvelous richness that this word (Grace) contains. "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." Ephesians 2:8-9
Praise Team Ministry (7:00-8:05pm) Leader: Dawn Waage
Purpose: Ministry Training
Location: Main Worship Center
This is a special team equipping experience for Praise Team Members to learn new praise and worship songs, along with rehearsing weekly song sets for Sundays. Those interested in joining Lakeside’s Praise Team must first join our Choir.
Praise Band Ministry (7:00-8:05pm)
Leader: Tim Waage
Purpose: Ministry Training
Location: Band Room
This rehearsal experience is for instrumental specials on Sundays & at special events. If you’re interested in playing an instrument in Lakeside’s Praise Band, please join us!
The Blessing Team (7:00-9:00pm) 
Leader: Gino Ventimiglia
Purpose: Compassion Ministry
Location: Cafe
The Blessing Team is our ministry for Lakeside shut-ins, hurting, and those in need of a Love Touch. Every Wednesday a "Blessing Assignment" is given to minister to a Lakeside home with a "Love-Touch Gift," Free Groceries, Songs of Praise, Communion, Anointing Oil for healing, and the message: "Lakeside has not forgotten about you, and most of all God hasn't forgotten about you!"
IMPACT (7:00-9:00pm)
Leader: Bob & Jay Padmanabhan
Purpose: Outreach
Location: Cafe/Ready RoomImpact is a weekly Outreach Ministry that takes place on Wednesday nights and throughout the week. Beginning in the Cafe/Ready Room with prayer, IMPACT ministry gives groceries to Metro Detroit’s needy who come to Lakeside on an appointment basis. This is a great opportunity to minister and witness to the hurting.
Bible Study & Life Skills
United Young Adult Ministry (Age focus 25 – 35, 18+ invited)
Leaders: Francesco Pollaccia, Anthony & Bre Leone
Purpose: Connection Group
Location: Youth Center at 7pm & The United Room at 8pm
In an ever-changing world, a tight-knit, Christ-centered community is of the utmost importance. United is that special community for young adults learning to navigate these critical years in a Christ-like manner. Together we address topics ranging from college and career development to relationships and everything in between. Meet with us in the Youth Center for worship at 7PM and in the United Room at 8PM for our discussion.
Drama
Teacher: Marlana Ketelhut
Purpose: Ministry Training
Location: Drama Room
Experience the powerful ministry and outreach potential of Drama Ministry. This quarter we are especially preparing for Easter!
Choir Ministry (8:10-9:00pm)
Leader: Dawn Waage
Purpose: Ministry Training
Location: Choir Room
Join an exciting group of singers who are far more than a Choir - they’re Family! Whether it’s Sundays, Worship Musicals, Community Events, or special Outreaches like “Scrooge,” they love to praise Jesus in song. If you would like to be a part of a Family of Singers who really care for one another, join them, you will be warmly welcomed!
Weekly Bible Study Groups and Prayer Ministries
Women's Prayer Meeting
(Tuesdays 9:30 - 11:30 am)
Leader: Judy Lyon
Location: Room 19
Tuesday Noon Bible Study & Prayer with the Pastors
(12 noon - 1:00 pm)
Leader: Pastor Krist
Location: Choir Room
Community Bible Study
(Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30, Sept. - May)
An in-depth study of God's Word along with great fellowship, powerful prayer, and encouragement!Leader: Jayme WoodsLocation: Chapel
Men's Bible Study & Prayer
(Fridays, 7:00-8:00 am)
Leader: John Rademaker
Location: Room 18
Lakeside Leadership & Ministry School
College Accredited Courses
Instructors: Dr. Philip Krist & Pastor Randy Neary
Call (586) 726-1120 for Schedule and Information