Upcoming events.
Baptism Class
Sunday, April 6: After Each Gathering
If you would like to be baptized, are simply exploring the idea, or are just curious about what baptism is all about, our Baptism Class will walk you through what it means, why we do it, and what the experience will be like.
Young Adults: Lunch & Life Talks
Young adults, join us in the Lounge in the Lobby after the 10:45 gathering for a laid-back hangout with good food, great conversation, and real connection. This is a space to build community with other young adults who are navigating life and faith together. We’ll share lunch, connect with one another, and dive into meaningful discussions about what it looks like to follow Jesus in our everyday lives. No one is meant to go through life alone—come find connection and encouragement with others on the same journey.
Baptism Class for Kids
Baptism Class: Wed, Apr 9: 6-7pm
Baptism: Easter Sunday
In this class for kids, age 8-11, we will explore baptism in Scripture and learn the meaning and the significance of this important decision for followers of Jesus. At the conclusion of the class, children will meet individually with a pastor and have an opportunity to ask questions and/or share their personal decision to get baptized.
Parents do not need to attend class with children. Kids will be sent home with materials and are encouraged to continue discussions at home.
NOTE: If your child is interested in baptism, and can NOT attend the class, please reach out to Pastor Jen at jenjarvis@lakesidechurch.com
OUR NEXT BAPTISM WILL TAKE PLACE EASTER SUNDAY, OUTDOORS ON THE PATIO BETWEEN GATHERINGS.
Hello Lakeside
New or newer to Lakeside? Take a quick 10 minutes after the gathering to find your next step! Meet some of our pastors, enjoy some snacks, and learn how to get connected here at Lakeside, so you can find out how to go beyond just attending on Sundays.
Hello Lakeside is offered once a month in the Lobby after each gathering.
Upcoming Dates:
April 13
No need to register—just show up!
2nd Sunday @ MSM
Middle schoolers are invited to stay after our Sunday MSM gathering once a month and keep the party going with free food, friends, and fun and games! No registration needed.
Upcoming dates:
March 9
HSM Serve Day: Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
High schoolers - join us as we start off Spring Break by serving our community in need. We'll head to Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services to work in their warehouse, preparing food for Sacramento County.
Students will carpool to the food bank and will have lunch. Please arrive at Lakeside by 10:45pm. Students will return around 4:00pm. Please print and bring the completed wavier to the event.
HSM Serve Day: Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
High schoolers - join us as we start off Spring Break by serving our community in need. We'll head to Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services to work in their warehouse, preparing food for those in need throughout Sacramento County.
Students will carpool to the food bank and will be provided lunch. Please arrive at Lakeside by 10:45pm. Students will return around 4:00pm. Please print and bring the completed wavier to the event.
A few other things to note:
Volunteers must wear closed-toe and closed-heeled shoes. Tennis shoes, boots, or sneakers are ideal —no Crocs, strap-backs, slippers, or sandals. No part of the toe or heel can be exposed. The warehouse is not climate-controlled and may be very cool or warm, depending on the outdoor temperature. Please dress accordingly.
All volunteers must be age 10 and up.
Masks are optional.
Please also dress in comfortable clothing that is okay to get dirty.
Please leave purses or backpacks at home or in the car.
Please bring your water bottle with a lid.
Easter with Lakeside
Sat, April 19: 4 & 6pm
Sun, April 20: 8, 9:30 & 11am
EGG HUNT FOLLOWING SATURDAY GATHERINGS.
Lakeside Kids programming offered for babies-5th grade at every gathering.
Middle school gathering, Saturday, April 19 at 6pm.
Join us at Lakeside this Easter! We're excited to invite you to one of our five special gatherings, where you'll experience a fun and meaningful celebration for all ages. We'll be sharing the hope and joy of Jesus in a way that's relatable and engaging. Plus, stick around after each gathering for a "party on the patio" with food, drinks, baptisms, and community! And if you're joining us on Saturday, don't miss our Easter egg hunts for kids! We hope to see you then!
Serve at Easter
Sat, April 19: 4 & 5:30pm
Sun, April 20: 8, 9:30 & 11am
Easter at Lakeside is one of the biggest celebrations of the year, and we’d love for you to be part of it! Whether it’s welcoming guests, helping with parking, creating a great experience for kids, or serving behind the scenes, there’s a place for you to make a difference!
Baptism
BAPTISMS AFTER EACH EASTER GATHERING, APRIL 19-20
There's no better time than Easter to take this exciting next step in your faith journey!
Baptism is an outward expression of an inner commitment to Jesus. At Lakeside we practice what is known as baptism by immersion—the submerging of a follower of Jesus into water and rising up out of the water—representing our death to sin and our resurrection to new life in Christ.
(Baptisms will take place outdoors on the Easter patio after each of the gatherings, approx. Saturday 5:15pm & 7:15pm; Sunday 9:15am, 10:45am & 12:15pm)
To learn more about baptism, register here for the Baptism Class on Sunday, April 6 after each gathering.
If your child, ages 8-11, is interested in being baptized, please register for the Baptism Class for Kids on Wednesday, April 9 from 6-7pm.
High School Parent Meeting
Parents of incoming 8th-12th graders! Join us for lunch and a meeting about HSM and the upcoming year! You'll hear about camps, small groups, HSM Sundays, and the summer schedule. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions about the ministry.
Please register to let us know how many people will be in attendance so we can order the proper amount of food.
If your student is remaining on campus during the meeting, they can hangout in the Block Auditorium.
HSM After Party
Join us at In-N-Out after our HSM Sunday gathering for burgers, fries, and shakes! We’ll hang out until 9:00 PM.
Students are responsible for their own transportation and food. Parents are welcome to join!
Summer Blitz
Summer Blitz camp for kids TK-5th is an action-packed four days your kids are not going to want to miss, full of entertaining skits, wet ‘n wild fun, creative arts and crafts, and worshipful singing. This year kids will be “Set Free” to experience the love of Jesus—in the Wild, Wild West! Yee-Haw! Adventure awaits!
SCHOLARSHIPS
Middle School Summer Camp
June 29-July 5
Meadow Ranch at Hume Lake is an unforgettable week-long summer camp for middle school students (6th-8th grade), packed with high-energy adventures, exciting recreation, and suspenseful night games. From silly skits to thrilling activities, students will have a blast while growing deeper in their faith. Through Biblical teaching, Christ-centered worship, and live-action productions that bring Scripture to life, Hume Lake fosters spiritual growth in a powerful way. Don’t miss this incredible week of fun, faith, and friendship
CAMPERS (INCOMING 6th-8th)
Price: $949 (Early bird price $929)
$250 deposit due at registration
Registration opens March 30th.
Text “HUME” to 916-510-0201 to be notified when registration goes live in the spring.
High School Summer Camp
Join us for CIY Move this summer!
We’re heading to Biola University in Southern California for an incredible week of faith and fun! Students will have access to Biola’s top-notch athletic and recreation facilities, including tennis courts, a turf field, and lighted outdoor courts for basketball and sand volleyball. For those who love games beyond sports, there will be plenty of opportunities for group competitions, games, and late-night hangouts. Amid all the excitement, they’ll engage in unique programs featuring amazing speakers designed to deepen their faith and foster lasting friendships.
Students will depart from the Block at 6:30am on Monday, July 14th. The roadtrip will include a brief stop for lunch. Students will return around 4:00pm on Saturday, July 19th.
Registration Cost
Minimum deposit: $125
Early-bird Price (3/30-4/6): $599
Regular Price (4/6-6/23): $650
For incoming 8th graders thru graduated seniors.
Registration opens March 30th.
Scholarships are available to those facing financial hardship. Please email kathywright@lakesidechurch.com for the application.
HSM Sundays
Find a place to grow in your faith and friendships at HSM (High School Ministry). We learn from the Bible, hang out, play games, and make lifelong memories. Meet in The Block Sundays at 6pm.
MSM Sundays
Join us for our MSM (Middle School Ministry) gathering every Sunday at 10:45am for worship, a short message, and fun and games!
HSM Dodge the Dark
Join us for Dodge the Dark—a glow-in-the-dark dodgeball night packed with fun, friends, and flying neon dodgeballs! We’ll have pizza, glow-in-the-dark paint, and plenty of epic battles under the blacklights. Come to HSM and stick around for the glow-up!
HART Winter Shelter
SERVING & DONATION OPPORTUNITIES!
Winter Shelter: March 2-8
Join us in serving the unhoused in our community by volunteering with the Folsom HART Winter Shelter. The HART Winter Shelter provides care for the most vulnerable members of our community, by providing a meal and overnight shelter for up to 20 guests in the Folsom area.
Lakeside is hosting one week of the shelter. Each day of the shelter requires about 15 volunteers, with serving areas including:
Dinner
Overseeing showering
Providing overnight supervision (greatest need)
Laundry
This is a wonderful opportunity to serve hands-on and show God’s love to our unhoused neighbors.
Unable to serve? You can contribute necessities by purchasing off our wish list. We’ll hand these items out to our shelter guests.
LEARN MORE ABOUT HART OF FOLSOM HERE.
Email trudyhoekstra@lakesidechurch.com with any questions.
Young Adult Hangout
After church, we’ll be heading over to Moonraker in Cameron Park to grab lunch and hang out! No agenda—just good food and great company. Once you sign up, we'll send you all the info.
55+ Dinner
Find connection and community with others in similar stages of life by attending our 55+ Dinner. We will be treated to a delicous cordon bleu dinner, complete with sides. And we will enjoy live entertainment from Christian comedian Dennis Gaxiola, along with lots of time for catching up with friends and meeting new friends!
Cost: $20
Registration is now closed.
Young Adults
Young Adults Chipotle & Chat
Join us for the 10:45 gathering and then stick around for lunch! We’ll be ordering Chipotle and meeting in the Lakeside Lounge to eat and connect. Our discussion will focus on Friendship and Community, and we’ll wrap up by splitting into groups of guys and girls.
Cost: $10
Father-Daughter Dance
Come dance the night away with your daughter, granddaughter, or a special little girl in your life! A live DJ will keep the dance floor hopping all night, and we'll also enjoy snacks, crafts, and some friendly dance floor competitions! Please invite your friends! We can't wait to see you there!
Our dance floor will open promptly at 6:30pm, but our Photo Booth in the Lobby will open at 6pm.
This event is geared for girls 4-years-old through 8th grade.
Cost: $30 per couple, $10 each additional child.
Please email kids@lakesidechurch.com if you have any questions.
High School Winter Retreat
High schoolers, get ready for an unforgettable Winter Retreat in Santa Cruz this February!
We'll spend the weekend at Camp Santa Cruz, packed with games, worship, and beach fun. Plus, on Saturday, we’re heading to the iconic Santa Cruz Boardwalk for rollercoasters and arcade games! You won't want to miss this exciting weekend getaway!
For current 9th - 12th Graders.
Pricing:
Early Bird (11/12-11/22): $199
Regular (11/18-2/16): $215
Registration covers travel, meals at camp, and lodging. Be sure to bring spending money for Saturday’s lunch at the Boardwalk, and you can also pre-purchase a ride wristband for the day.
Email kathywright@lakesidechurch.com if you are interested in applying for a scholarship.
Trail Hike
Join the Lakeside Hiking Group for the first hike of 2025! We will be hiking the Olmstead Loop Trail— about a 9 mile-hike with a few hills. Click here for more information.
Meet in the Lakeside parking lot at 8am. Space is limited so RSVP as soon as possible to ensure your spot.
Email Mike Smith with any questions and to RSVP: MICHAEL.SMITH16@ATT.NET.
Prayer and Worship Night
Join us for this beautiful night and immersive experience of extended prayer and worship, where we’ll focus our hearts and minds on Jesus. Gathering together, we will give our praise to God, participate in guided prayer, have extended time of individual prayer, and spend time praying for each other.
Baptism
Sun, Feb 2: 10:45am Gathering
There's no better time than now to take this exciting next step in your faith journey! Baptism is an outward expression of an inner commitment to Jesus. At Lakeside we practice what is known as baptism by immersion—the submerging of a follower of Jesus into water and rising up out of the water—representing our death to sin and our resurrection to new life in Christ. The practice of baptism illustrates transformation, and each baptism is worthy of a party, so baptisms at Lakeside are a true celebration! Register now!
Learn more about the practice of baptism HERE.
Registration is now closed for our Feb 2 baptisms, but you are still able to be baptized at our 10:45 gathering. Inquire Sunday at Guest Services in the Lobby.
Contact christinahunt@lakesidechurch.com with any questions.
MSM Winter Camp - The Woods
Middle schoolers won’t want to miss this incredible weekend! We’ll join hundreds of other middle schoolers from several area churches for our Winter Camp in Challenge, CA, for an action-packed few days. We’ll enjoy a live band, dynamic speakers, and meaningful conversations in heated mountain cabins to result in friendships and life-changing growth in their faith.
For more details or questions, contact kathywright@lakesidechurch.com.
Early-Bird Pricing: $240 (thru Nov 24)
Standard Pricing: $265 (after Nov 24)
HSM Kings Raffle
High Schoolers - be at HSM on January 26th for a chance to win 4 tickets to a Sacramento Kings game!Receive an extra raffle ticket for each NEW person you bring.
HSM is a welcoming place for high schoolers to engage with connect with others, have fun, and have the opportunity to dive deeper into their faith. We meet Sunday evenings at 6pm in The Block on the Lakeside campus. We’ll see you there!
Young Adults Group
Are you 18+ to a twenty-something looking to find community, make friends, and grow in your faith? We’re starting a Young Adults Group, and YOU are invited!
We’ll kick off the night at the Wilson's home with food, meaningful conversation, and a chance to get to know one another. Plus, we’ll brainstorm together what this group could look like moving forward! This will be a monthly gathering where we can build authentic relationships, encourage one another, and deepen our walk with God.
To help us plan, please register in advance! We'll send you a confirmation email with the address. Let us know if you’d like to bring a snack or drink to share—it’s always appreciated but not required. Come solo or bring some friends, we can’t wait to hangout!
4Folsom
We are on mission to show the love of God to our community! On the 4th Sunday of every month, we encourage everyone—kids, students, and adults— to join forces and each give $4 “4Folsom!”
HSM Midweek
Join us for HSM Midweek, where high schoolers connect with their small groups every Wednesday night from 7–8:30pm, starting January 15!
These groups offer an opportunity to grow deeper in your faith, build authentic friendships, and explore life’s big questions in a safe, welcoming space. Whether church has always been part of your journey or you’re just beginning to explore faith, there’s a place for you here! Groups are separated by grade and gender and will meet in The Block at Lakeside.
If you're an adult interested in leading a small group, please email Hunter at huntercorbitt@lakesidechurch.com
Rooted
Sundays, Jan 19-Mar 30: 6-8pm
Tuesdays, Jan 21-April 1: 6-8pm
Rooted is a transformational, 10-week, small group experience meant to connect you to God, to the church, and to your purpose. Rooted is a catalyst for life change. It will provoke questions, conversations, and group experiences to give you a glimpse of your story in God’s story and to move your knowledge of God to true experiences with him.
Cost: $60, including book and end-of-study catered celebration
Childcare: $50/child (Available for Tuesday session only)
Contact christinahunt@lakesidechurch.com before registering if financial assistance is needed to participate.
MSM Mario Kart Tournament
Join us at MSM on Sunday, January 12, for an epic Mario Kart tournament during 2ND Sunday! Middle schoolers, bring your A-game and get ready for some fun competition. Don’t miss it!
Financial Peace University
Tuesdays, Jan 21-Mar 18: 6-8pm
(Childcare available upon separate registration.)
Have you been looking for a way to finally get on top of your money? This. Is. Your. Year.
Financial Peace University (FPU) is a nine-week course that has helped more than 10 million people get out of debt. Through this valuable class, you'll learn biblical, common-sense strategies for:
Saving for emergencies
Paying off debt quickly
Spending wisely
Investing for your future
You will also benefit from group discussions, support, and accountability while also getting to hear facilitators share their experience with FPU strategies.
Cost:
-$119.99 (Includes: Physical workbook, one year of online access to FPU, and three months’ access to EveryDollar)
-$99.99 (Includes: One year of online access to FPU and three months’ access to EveryDollar)
Christmas Gatherings
December 23: 5 & 6:30pm
December 24: 12, 1:30, 3 & 4:30pm
You're invited to Christmas at Lakeside, a cherished Folsom tradition for all ages! Enjoy incredible music, fire pits, warm drinks, a meaningful message from our pastor, and candlelight, as we celebrate the season's joy and the hope found in Jesus.
Lakeside Kids offered for babies–age 5 at all gatherings.
There are lots of opportunities to volunteer at one of our six gatherings to show love to our community. Help with greeting our guests, directing traffic, preparing cookie trays, or assisting in Lakeside Kids.
Christmas Offering
Hurricanes Helene and Milton have resulted in unprecedented devastation. We are committed to making a significant impact in their recovery through our Christmas offering, which is already available for giving. Through our parternship with nonprofit humanitarian organization Convoy of Hope, we have a goal of raising $40,000 to help 1,000 families. Convoy of Hope is committed to delivering hope with food, shelter, and care and meeting emotional, spiritual, and financial needs beyond insurance coverage. Click below and use the pull-down menu to choose “Christmas Offering.”
HSM Skate Night
High schoolers, bundle up and get ready to hit the ice for a night of skating fun! Whether you're an experienced skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, come glide, laugh, and make some cool winter memories with friends!
Cost: $20
Please arrive at the Historic Folsom Ice Rink at 5:45pm. Participants must bring the waiver to the event (also in the confirmation email).
Lakeside Kids Sing-Along
During Both 9 and 10:45am Gatherings
Don’t miss our annual Lakeside Kids Christmas Sing-Along at both the 9 and 10:45am gatherings. Children, wear your favorite, festive holiday outfit and come ready to sing out loud! Parents, this is a Lakeside favorite, so please arrive early to check in your children and grab some great seats. The celebration will continue after the gathering with hot cocoa, treats, and family photo area.
Kids, use the videos below to practice!
Family Skate Night
Families, you are invited to bundle up and join us for an ice skating night in Historic Folsom! Lakeside Kids is reserving the whole rink for a night of skating, Christmas music, hot cocoa, s'mores and treats, and of course, fun!
We have limited capacity, so please sign up soon! For little ones or parents/grandparents who are not skating, you are welcome to join in the fun; please register as a "non-skater" so that we know you'll be there!
Cost:
Age 4-11: $15
Age 12 and up: $20
(No cost for non-skaters.)
We are at full capacity for Family Skate Night, so registration is now closed.
55+ Night at the Theatre
Sun, Dec 8: 4:30-6:30pm
(Doors open at 4pm)
Adults 55+, you are invited to this fun night at the theatre to see Holiday in the Hills, guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit! The musical, set in the late 1880s right here on Sutter Street, includes dynamic characters, dancing, music, and skits. Seating is limited.
Cost: $21
Christmas Around Towne Toy Drive
Christmas Around Towne is a beautiful example of community collaboration, with 40 area churches and organizations participating to provide a shopping experience, meal, and program, for our neighbors experiencing financial hardship. Sponsored by Lakeside mission partner Powerhouse Ministries, and hosted by Lakeside, the event is a massive operation, with 825 guests and 400 volunteers. Lakeside is responsible for the toy store portion of the event, including stocking and staffing the store. Help us collect 2,000 new and unwrapped toys! Toys can be dropped off during our gatherings or purchased off our wish list.
GOAL: 2,000 TOYS
DONATIONS TO DATE: 1,000 TOYS
LAKESIDE, WE HAVE ONE MORE SUNDAYS TO COLLECT 1,000 TOYS!
Ladies Night Out
Shopping Tour: 4-5:30pm or 6:45-9pm
Social Hour: 4-6pm or 8-10pm
Ladies, we are taking over Sutter Street! Get in the Christmas spirit with an amazing shopping tour and awesome night out. Expect interactive photo experiences, great discounts, a fun gift, and even a raffle! Choose from an early or late shopping tour, and you’ll also want to be sure to take part in our social hour meet-up, where you can enjoy some appetizers and time to connect with other women. This is an awesome way to support our community and a fun event to invite a friend to.
Cost: $20
(Social hour add-on available in registration, includes heavy appetizers and soft drinks.)
Men, you are invited to act as a host, helping to transport all our ladies and keep everyone safe!
Advent Resources
The season of Advent is a sacred time of joyfully anticipating something extraordinary—the birth of Jesus. It’s a way to center the whole Christmas season on Jesus, preparing our hearts for celebrating the coming King as we focus on hope, peace, joy, and love.
We encourage you to observe Advent in your homes, and we have resources available to help. Until December 1, we’ll have devotionals as well as resources for children available in the Lobby for purchase to help you and your family make Advent a meaningful time.
Frozen Pie Drive
WE HAVE ALREADY MET OUR GOAL OF 300 PIES AND DO NOT NEED MORE PIE DONATIONS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Lakeside is partnering with Twin Lakes Food Bank to ensure members of the community have a holiday meal and to show them our care and support. The food bank will be handing out groceries for 300 Thanksgiving meals —complete with turkey, sides, and a pie, and we are grateful to take part.